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Afghani Paneer

Afghani Paneer

If you love creamy and mildly spiced paneer dishes, then this Afghani Paneer recipe is just for you! Made with marinated paneer, rich masala, and aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for pairing with chapati, naan, or rice. 

The unique blend of curd, cashew-like richness, and fragrant whole spices gives this dish a distinctive taste. 

Let’s dive into this delicious, restaurant-style Afghani Paneer!

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Ratings: 5 from 1 votes
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 320
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: gluten free, Side dish, Vegetarian
Ingredients
    To Make Paneer Marinade
  • 400 g paneer
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 handfull of coriander leaves (chopped)
    • To Make Masala Puree
  • 2 tsp oil
  • 3 onion
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1 inch ginger (chopped)
  • 3 green chilli
  • 2 tbsp curd
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 handful of coriander leaves (chopped)
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp kashmiri chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 cup water
    • To Make Afghani Paneer
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp ghee
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cinnamon
  • 2 Cardamom
  • 3 Cloves
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 cup masala puree
  • 1 cup roasted paneer
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp kasuri methi
  • 1 handful of coriander leaves
Instructions
    Prep Work
  1. 1
    Cut the paneer

    Cut paneer into large cubes

  2. 2
    Marinate paneerPaneer marinated with spicesMix paneer with salt, pepper, ginger garlic paste, oil, and coriander. Rest for 15 mins
  3. 3
    Chop vegetablesFinely chop onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies
  4. 4
    Blend masalaSmooth masala paste in a blenderBlend sautéed onion mixture with curd into a smooth paste
    5. Method
  5. 5
    Sauté the onionsGolden brown sautéed onions in a pan

    Heat oil, sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies until golden

  6. 6
    Blend masalaBlend sautéed onions with curd, salt, and mix in salt, turmeric powder, Kashmiri chili powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Add little water if needed. into a smooth paste
  7. 7
    Roast paneerRoasted golden paneer cubesHeat oil, roast marinated paneer until golden on all sides
  8. 8
    Cook masalaMasala cooking in a pan with spicesHeat oil and ghee, sauté bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamoms, cloves, cumin, add masala paste, and cook for 10 mins
  9. 9
    Add paneerPaneer simmering in creamy masalaAdd roasted paneer to the masala, mix well
  10. 10
    Final touchGarnished Afghani Paneer in a bowlAdd garam masala, kasuri methi, and coriander leaves. Cover and cook for 5 mins

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Cholesterol 45mg15%
Sodium 480mg20%
Potassium 210mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 10g4%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 3g
Protein 16g32%
Vitamin A 700 IU
Vitamin C 6 mg
Calcium 400 mg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 35 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Hema Subramanian
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A passionate home chef, food enthusiast, and the creative force behind Home Cooking Show!

Most days, you’ll find me in the kitchen, experimenting with new flavors, recreating traditional favorites, and sharing my love for cooking with the world. From comforting home-cooked meals to festive delicacies, I believe food brings people together and creates cherished memories.