Kadai Paneer in Omichef Cast Iron Kadai

Kadai paneer tastes best when the spices, capsicum, onion, and paneer are cooked on steady heat. The Omichef Cast Iron Kadai holds heat very well, which helps roast the masala properly and gives the dish a rich dhaba-style flavor.

Ingredients

For kadai paneer:

• 250 g paneer cubes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 capsicum, diced
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp kasuri methi
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• Fresh coriander for garnish

Step-by-Step Method

1. Heat oil or ghee in the Omichef Cast Iron Kadai.
2. Add chopped onion and sauté until light golden.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add tomato puree, turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt.
5. Cook the masala until oil starts separating from the sides.
6. Add diced capsicum and cook for 2-3 minutes.
7. Add paneer cubes and mix gently.
8. Add garam masala and crushed kasuri methi.
9. Cook for another 3-4 minutes on low flame.
10. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with roti or naan.