Paneer Butter Masala

Ingredients:

• 1 cup paneer cubes
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• Salt to taste
• 1 cup water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the gravy:
• Heat butter in a pan over medium heat.
• Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
• Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
• Add minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute.
• Add chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and cook until the tomatoes break down.
• Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
• Cook for a few minutes more.
• Add water and let it simmer until the gravy thickens.
2. Add paneer:
• Add paneer cubes to the gravy and simmer for a few minutes until the paneer is coated in the gravy.
3. Finish with cream:
• Add heavy cream and let it simmer for a few minutes more.
4. Serve:
• Serve hot with naan or rice.