Paneer Pasanda
Creamy, mildly spiced paneer curry with coconut and yogurt. A restaurant-quality dish that comes together in one pan in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 16g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, ~1 minute.
Step 2
Add diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden, ~6 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in tomato paste and garam masala until fragrant, ~30 seconds.
Step 4
Whisk together yogurt and coconut milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 5
Pour yogurt mixture into the skillet and stir to combine with the spiced onion base.
Step 6
Add paneer cubes and gently stir to coat in sauce.
Step 7
Simmer uncovered over low heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring gently once halfway through.
Step 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauce should coat a spoon.
Step 9
Serve over rice or with naan bread.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (10–12 inch)
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- wooden spoon
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