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paneer tikka masala

Easy Paneer Tikka Masala

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Ingredients
  

For Paneer Tikka Marinade

  • Paneer- 400 gms cut into bite sized pieces
  • Hung Yoghurt or Greek Yoghurt-2 cups
  • Lemon Juice-1 tbsp
  • Crushed Ginger-1 tsp
  • Crushed Garlic-1 tsp
  • Garam Masala-1 tsp
  • Turmeric-1/2 tsp
  • Red chili/paprika-1 tsp
  • Salt-to taste

For the Sauce

  • Canned tomato puree-3 cups
  • Crushed Ginger-2 tsp
  • Crushed Garlic-2 tsp
  • Ground Cumin-1 tsp
  • Ground Coriander-1 tsp
  • Garam Masala-1 tsp
  • Turmeric-1/2 tsp
  • Sugar-1 tbsp
  • Water-1/2 cup
  • Light Cream-1/3 cup
  • Kasoori methi dried fenugreek-1 tbsp
  • Butter-1 tbsp
  • Oil-1 tbsp
  • Salt-to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a ziplock bag marinade the paneer along with all the ingredients and let it sit in the fridge for 2 hrs.
  • Place the marinated paneer onto a foil lined greased baking sheet and broil until golden.Keep aside.
  • In a pan heat the butter and oil and add the ginger and garlic.
  • Saute for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  • Add the tomato puree and all the spices, salt and sugar.Cook on medium for about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the water and continue to cook for about a minute.
  • Add the cream and kasoori methi.Check the seasonings.
  • Add the broiled paneer into the sauce and simmer for about 8-10 minutes until well incorporated.
  • Enjoy with Naan or Rice!