Shahi Paneer
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Shahi Paneer is a royal and sophisticated North Indian curry where paneer cubes are cooked in a creamy, white or orange nut-based gravy. As the name suggests, 'Shahi' means 'royal,' and the dish originates from the decadent Mughal cuisine. The gravy is made from a rich paste of cashews, almonds, and onions, flavored with aromatic spices like green cardamom and mace. It has a mildly sweet and velvety texture that feels luxurious on the palate. This celebratory dish is a centerpiece for formal dinners and is best served with saffron rice or soft sheermal.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Boiling the onions before pureeing removes their pungent smell and helps maintain the light color of the gravy.
- Always cook the nut paste on a low flame as it tends to stick and burn very quickly if not attended.
- To keep the paneer exceptionally soft, soak the cubes in warm salted milk before adding them to the curry.
- Using white pepper instead of black or red chili powder helps in maintaining the pristine white or pale orange color.
Nutritional Information(Per 250g)
340 kcal
11g
25g
18g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.