Hi,
Friends.
Welcome to my channel. Today we are going to make Paneer Tikka Masala.
Paneer Tikka Masala is very simple to make.
All we have to do is marinate the Paneer,
fry it and then prepare the Masala.
Mix them together,
 and it will be ready. So lets see in detail how to make it.
So, first lets start
marination of Paneer. Take 3 tbsp curd in a bowl.
Then 1 tbsp gram flour (channa). If not available,
cornflour will do. Then 1/2 tsp red chilli powder.
Kashmiri red chillis would be preferable,
so as to get that nice red color.
Then 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp coriander powder.
and salt to taste.
Mix it well and then we will add paneer to it.
So I am taking 200 gm paneer,
cut into medium size cubes
and mix it with the marination.
Along with that add a cup of diced
onion and capsicum.
I have taken yellow, red, green - all 3 colors of capsicum.
Only green capsicum will also do.
Half an onion will be enough. Dice everything into
square pieces similar to size of Paneer.
And mix it nicely and marinate.
When you mix it together, you have got to be really careful,
As paneer is very soft,
while mixing it may break,
so be extra careful while mixing.
Now after marinating it well, keep it in the fridge for 20 to 30 mins.
The more time you keep it marinated, the masala will blend properly.
So, at least keep it for 20 mins.
After that take a pan and add 2 tsp of oil.
When the oils heats up, add the marinated mix
of paneer, capsicum and onion
and spread it on the pan.
I am using sunflower oil. You can use any refined oil,
Better to avoid coconut oil, as in North Indian dishes we usually use 
sunflower oil or refined oil.
Fry the paneer at medium flame.
When one side slightly turns brown, turn it over. Fry it like this,
until all sides turn brown. We are now making paneer tikka masala,
but if you want to make paneer
tikka fry or masala with less gravy,
then you may stop after this process.
You can have it as a starter.
Similarly, if we are using grill for paneer tikka masala preparation,
then do it for 15 to 20 mins.
And if your using pan then it will be quick as it takes only 5 mins.
Now our Paneer Tikka is getting ready,
Lets keep it aside.
Now we will start preparing the gravy.
For this lets take another pan and add 2 tbsp of oil.
and add 1/2 tsp of cumin to it.
I am using powdered cumin here.
Then add a chopped onion.
Cook it at low to medium flame.
Saute it until the raw smell goes away.
To cook fast add some salt
Then add 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
Saute it until the raw smell goes away.
Add 1 tsp coriander powder,
1 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder
saute it nicely
Then
add 1 tsp Kasuri Methi
Kasuri Methi will give
a very good fragrance
and flavor.
With paneer it will give a good taste.
So don't forget to add it.
Now add tomato puree. I have taken 3 small tomatoes.
If tomatoes are big, 2 will be enough.
Saute it nicely.
Tomato puree can be made
 by boiling tomatoes in water
for 5 mins
and after 5 mins
the skin of tomato will start to come off
Take it out and let it cool
Then peel off the skin,
and grind it in a mixer.
Or you can just take tomatoes and grind it.
But the first method of puree would give a better taste.
Now take 2 tbsp cornflour which is mixed in 1/4 cup of water.
And add it to the mix.
This is to make the gravy thick.
Then add 1/4 tsp garam masala.
Add salt to taste.
Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of lukewarm water
For more gravy add water accordingly.
Add 1/2 tsp sugar which is optional,
I used it to balance the taste.
Mix it nicely.
Now add the fried paneer and veggies
and mix it thoroughly.
Paneer is high in protein,
calcium and phosphorus.
Its a very healthy food item.
Saute the gravy nicely
for 5 mins in low flame
and close the lid.
5 mins are done and the dish has cooked properly.
Garnish it with coriander leaves.
Our Paneer Tikka Masala is now ready.
See how easy it is to make.
Just fry it, add masala and mix it.
I hope you liked the recipe,
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