August 29, 2025

Authentic Paneer Butter Masala Recipe

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Creamy restaurant-style Paneer Butter Masala at home.

Introduction

Paneer Butter Masala is one of the most loved North Indian recipes that combines soft paneer cubes in a creamy, tomato-based gravy. Perfect with naan, roti, or jeera rice, this dish is a must-try for anyone who enjoys authentic Indian flavors.

Here, you’ll learn how to make restaurant-style Paneer Butter Masala at home, along with the exact ingredients, preparation time, and helpful product links to buy quality kitchen items online.

If you love creamy curries, you should also try my Mediterranean Vegetable Frittata

🕒 Preparation & Cooking Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

🥘 Ingredients

200g Paneer (cottage cheese) – cut into cubes
3 medium Tomatoes – roughly chopped
1 medium Onion – sliced
2 tbsp Butter
1 tbsp Oil
1 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
1-2 Green Chilies (optional)
10 Cashew nuts (soaked in warm water for 15 minutes)
1 tsp Red Chili Powder
½ tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp Garam Masala
1 tsp Kasuri Methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
½ cup Fresh Cream (or milk for lighter version)
Salt – to taste
Fresh Coriander Leaves – for garnish

🍳 Step-by-Step Instruction

🥄 Step 1: Prepare the Tomato-Onion Base

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan.
Add sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Add tomatoes, cashews, and green chili. Cook until tomatoes soften completely.
Let the mixture cool slightly, then blend into a smooth paste.

🍳 Step 2: Cook the Gravy

Heat 2 tbsp butter in the same pan.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until fragrant.
Pour in the tomato-onion-cashew paste.
Cook on medium heat for 5–7 minutes, until oil starts to separate from the sides.