Paneer Gobi Masala by Vidhya

Paneer Gobi Masala by Vidhya

1.Cut cauliflower into flowerets,add a pinch or turmeric n salt and boil in mw closed for 7mins-high.

2.Now in a deep pan adda tsp of oil,cumin seeds n 1 medium chopped onion.Let it cook

3.Meanwhile take tomato,2-3tsp poppy seeds,ginger(1inch) n garlic 3pods and grind to paste.

4.Add this to cooked onion mixture till the raw smell goes.

5.Add 1tsp jeera powder,1 tsp coriander powder n 1 tsp chilli powder(as reqd)

6.Now drain the cauliflower and add it to the mixture and add 1/2 cup water.

7.Put the lid and leave it on medium for 3-5 mins.

8.At this stage make sure cauliflower cooks but still crispy and the masalas dnt get dry,if you need gravy kind add water as reqd.

9.Add garam masala stir and switch it off.

10.Once it cools add some lemon juice(optional)

11.Now when you add paneer if you are adding it fresh make sure it doesnt break bcos of the heat.

Instead you can fry paneer or add fried paneer directly to the gravy.

Season with fresh coriander n enjoy with rotis.

Alternatively we can fry cauliflower instead of boiling too!