Delicious Matar Paneer Recipe – Authentic Indian Dish

Authentic Indian Vegetarian recipe — Matar Paneer. Imported from TheMealDB.

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Updated March 14, 2026
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Delicious Matar Paneer Recipe – Authentic Indian Dish

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 200 grams paneer (cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or ghee)
  • 1 large onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 medium tomatoes (pureed)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

9 steps

  1. Prepare the ingredients

    Chop onions, cube paneer, and puree tomatoes.

    Use fresh peas for better flavor.
  2. Heat oil

    In a pan, heat oil over medium heat.

    Ensure oil is hot before adding cumin seeds.
  3. Add spices

    Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

    This enhances the aroma of the dish.
  4. Cook onions

    Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

    Stir frequently to avoid burning.
  5. Add ginger-garlic paste

    Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.

    This adds depth to the flavor.
  6. Add tomatoes

    Pour in the tomato puree and cook until oil separates.

    This indicates the sauce is cooked properly.
  7. Add peas and spices

    Mix in the peas, turmeric, coriander, and salt.

    Cook for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  8. Add paneer

    Gently fold in the paneer cubes and garam masala.

    Avoid breaking the paneer while mixing.
  9. Garnish and serve

    Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with naan.

    Pair with rice for a complete meal.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Tags: Curry,Vegetarian

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

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Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

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Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Naan bread or basmati rice
🍽️Raita
🍽️Mango chutney

About This Dish

Delicious Matar Paneer Recipe – Authentic Indian Dish is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine.

Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, frozen peas work well in this recipe.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories350kcal
Total Fat25gg
Sodium500mgmg
Total Carbohydrates12gg
Dietary Fiber5gg
Total Sugars4gg
Protein18gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineIndian
CategoryVegetarian