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Kadai paneer

Paneer and peppers tossed in a bold, freshly ground coriander and tomato masala.

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  • Time35 min
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £1.77 a head

Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.

4 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Toast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds and dried chillies in a dry pan for 1 minute until fragrant. Crush roughly.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil in a large pan. Cook the onion for 6 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.

    6 min
  3. 3

    Add the crushed spices, tomatoes and salt. Cook for 10 minutes until thick.

    10 min
  4. 4

    Add the peppers and cook for 5 minutes so they keep a little crunch.

    5 min
  5. 5

    Stir in the paneer, garam masala and fenugreek leaves. Cook for 3 minutes, then top with fresh coriander.

    3 min

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