Paneer Pepper Masala

Paneer, bell peppers, and onion simmer in a spiced tomato cream sauce for an easy vegetarian Indian stovetop main dish ready in about 35 minutes.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 25 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 12 oz paneer
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 medium bell peppers
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 0.333 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup water

Cooking instructions

1. Cut the paneer into 1-inch cubes. Slice the onion and bell peppers. (about 5 min)
2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the paneer on several sides, turning occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer it to a plate. (about 7 min) — Medium heat
3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Sauté the onion and bell peppers until softened and lightly browned, about 6 minutes. (about 6 min) — Medium heat
4. Stir in the tomato puree, garam masala, cumin, salt, and water. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. (about 5 min) — Medium heat
5. Return the paneer to the skillet and simmer gently until heated through, about 2 minutes. (about 2 min) — Medium-low heat
6. Stir in the cream and cook until warmed, about 1 minute. Serve hot. (about 1 min) — Low heat