Super Easy One-Pan Matar Paneer

Ingredients

• 8.8 ozPaneer
• 1.5 cupsFrozen Green Peas
• 1 mediumYellow Onion
• 400 gram canCrushed Tomatoes
• 1 tablespoonGinger-Garlic Paste
• 2 tablespoonsVegetable Oil
• 0.5 teaspoonGround Turmeric
• 1 teaspoonRed Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoonGround Cumin
• 1.5 teaspoonsGround Coriander
• 1 teaspoonSalt
• 0.5 cupWater
• 1 teaspoonGaram Masala
• 0.3 cupFresh Cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Dice the onion finely and cut the paneer into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

   ⏱ 5 min
2. 2

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent and softened, about 5-7 minutes.

   ⏱ 7 min
3. 3

   Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until fragrant.

   ⏱ 1 min
4. 4

   Add ground turmeric, red chili powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Sauté the spices for 30 seconds, stirring continuously to prevent burning.

   ⏱ 1 min
5. 5

   Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the salt. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly and the oil begins to separate from the edges.

   ⏱ 10 min
6. 6

   Add the paneer cubes and frozen green peas to the simmering sauce. Pour in the water and mix gently.

   ⏱ 2 min
7. 7

   Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the peas to cook through.

   ⏱ 7 min
8. 8

   Stir in the garam masala. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

   ⏱ 1 min
9. 9

   Serve hot with basmati rice, naan, or roti for a complete meal.