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Healthy Matar Paneer

Crispy pan-fried paneer and sweet peas in a toasted-spice tomato sauce made creamy with coconut milk instead of cream.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 520kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz paneer cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 2 Tbsp ghee
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander seeds lightly crushed
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger grated
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tsp salt
  • fresh cilantro to garnish

Instructions

  • Heat 1 Tbsp ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the paneer cubes, turning, until golden and crispy on most sides, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Add the remaining ghee. Toast the cumin and coriander seeds for 30 seconds, until fragrant, then stir in the chili powder, garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute.
  • Add the tomato sauce and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the coconut milk, honey and salt and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • Add the paneer and peas back in and simmer 3 to 4 minutes, until the peas are hot.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or naan.

Notes

Card rebuilt in October 2026 from the post and its ingredient photos; amounts are estimates. Nutrition is an estimate per serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 42g