Coconut Paneer Masala

Coconut Paneer Masala



Prep Time: 20 Min

Cook Time: 34 - 37 Min

1. Begin heating a large, deep frying pan set to medium. Add in the cardamom and coriander and let them toast until they become fragrant (3 or so minutes). Once fragrant, transfer them to a spice grinder and pulse until broken down. Pour the spices into a small mixing bowl.

 

1. Add the remaining spices to the bowl and stir together. Set aside.

 

1. Begin melting 2 Tbsp. coconut oil over medium heat in that same large, deep frying pan. Once melted, pour in the EVOO and add the cubed paneer in a single layer. Let them sizzle and fry for 2 minutes before flipping them for another 2 – 3 minutes until nice and brown on two of the sides. Strain onto a paper towel lined plate and set aside.

 

1. Add the remaining Tbsp. coconut oil to the frying pan. Once melted, add the pepper flakes and minced garlic. Stir often and cook 1 minute or until garlic has become fragrant. Add in the tomato paste, a good pinch of sea salt, and stir once again. Let that cook another 2 – 3 minutes.

  

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• 3 Tbsp. Coconut Oil
• 1 Tbsp. EVOO
• 3 cloves Garlic, crushed & minced
• 2 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
• ½ 796ml can Crushed Tomatoes
• 400ml can Full Fat Coconut Milk
• ½ Tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 Tbsp. Coriander Seeds
• 2 Tsp. Cardamom Pods
• Spices
• 2 Tsp. Garlic Powder

• 2 Tsp. Cumin Powder
• 1 Tsp. Turmeric
• ½ Tsp. Ground Cloves
• ½ Tsp. Cinnamon
• ½ Tsp. Ground Nutmeg

• 375g package Paneer Cheese, cut into cubes
• ½ Tsp. + Sea Salt
• Fresh Cilantro, Lime - Garnish

 

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1. Add the spices to the pan and stir. Continue to cook 1 – 2 minutes before pouring in the coconut milk and crushed tomatoes along with ½ Tsp sea salt. Wait for this to boil (about 2 minutes) and once boiled, cover and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer 12 – 15 minutes.

 

1. Add the paneer back into the pan with the masala sauce. Stir to coat them entirely and return cover. Continue cooking 3 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if desired.

 

1. For service, enjoy the paneer masala over a bed of your favourite grain with some fresh cilantro and a lime wedge for garnish. ENJOY!