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Paneer Tikka Masala

Paneer is marinated in yogurt and spices, then cooked in a tomato and onion sauce with cream. It is a practical dinner for one, served with naan or rice.

Total time
35min
15 prep, 20 cook
Per serving
896kcal
38 g protein
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
£3.48
average cost
  • Gluten Free
  • Vegetarian
  • Pescatarian
Paneer Tikka Masala

Nutrition per serving

This Paneer Tikka Masala recipe contains 896 calories per serving, making it a hearty meal option. Each serving provides 38g of protein, 32g of carbohydrates, and 71g of fat, making it high in protein.

896kcal
Protein38g17% of calories
Carbs32g14% of calories
Fat71g69% of calories
Fibre
7.5g
Sugar
21.6g
Saturated fat
35.2g
Salt
3.1g

Ingredients

Servings
1

Method

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  1. Cut the paneer into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chilli powder, salt and pepper. Add the paneer and turn gently so it is well coated. Leave it to marinate while you start the sauce, or for up to 20 minutes if you have time.
  2. Heat the Olive Oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring now and then, until soft and starting to colour.
  3. Stir in the tomato purée and cook for 1 minute. Add the chopped tomatoes and water, then simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce has reduced slightly and looks less sharp.
  4. Add the marinated paneer and any remaining marinade to the pan. Stir carefully so the cubes stay intact, then cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the paneer is hot through and the sauce is lightly thickened.
  5. Pour in the double cream and add the sugar. Stir through and cook for 1 more minute. Taste and adjust with a little more salt if needed. Finish with the chopped coriander and serve straight away with naan or rice.

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Paneer Tikka Masala: questions

How long does it take to make Paneer Tikka Masala?
This recipe takes 35 minutes in total - 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.
Is Paneer Tikka Masala suitable for meal prep?
Paneer Tikka Masala is a intermediate-level recipe that's great for dinner. With 38g of protein per serving, it's excellent for meal prep.
What are the main ingredients in Paneer Tikka Masala?
The key ingredients are Paneer, Lemon Juice, Ground Cumin. This recipe is part of our Indian cuisine collection.
Is Paneer Tikka Masala healthy?
This recipe contains 896 calories per serving with 38g of protein and is suitable for gluten free, vegetarian, pescatarian diets.
What diets is Paneer Tikka Masala suitable for?
This recipe is specifically suited for Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Pescatarian diets. It provides 38g of protein per serving.

Recipe from MealMatcher.co.uk