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    You are here: Home / Cooking Times / c) 1 - 2 hrs / Paneer Korma

    Paneer Korma

    8 October 2018 - By Michelle Minnaar
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    A vegetarian Indian dish, like paneer korma, is the unsung hero when it comes to the variety of korma recipes we have available today. Generally, people tend to cook chicken korma or prawn korma, and never look twice at a paneer korma curry recipe, especially when ordering from the Indian takeaway menu. Paneer korma curry uses an authentic cheese, called paneer, which is native to the Asian subcontinent. Why not try sourcing this cheese from the local Asian store and cook your paneer korma curry at home?

    Additionally, you can also prepare the korma curry spice mix from scratch using only a handful of spices. This way, you can easily create your own fakeaway and save money on overpriced takeaways that aren’t so healthy in any case. Once you start cooking these authentic dishes, you’ll systematically learn more about Indian cuisine and will soon gain the confidence to cook more Indian dishes on a regular basis. Perhaps, while enjoying the plethora of exotic food India has to offer will inspire you to travel there! If I could travel to Indian soon, I would do it in a heartbeat.

    A bowl of paneer korma - Cubes of paneer in an orange sauce

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    Thus far, every time I thought of visiting the country, I encountered a problem with the logistics side of things due to India being so large. How do you decide where and when to go? Luckily, I finally found a solution this and I can’t wait to try this out myself sometime in the future. Recently, I’ve stumbled upon these Celebrity Cruises exciting deals. You can actually take a cruise and see different parts of India. With a jam-packed and exciting itinerary already planned out, you can sit down and relax. You can discover many regions of India in just a few days and in the comfort of a luxurious cruise liner. Along the way, you indulge in paneer korma plus discover other new curries!

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    Ingredients for paneer korma: Cheese, spices, onions, tomato, Coconut, Almond, and Spices

    authentic paneer korma curry recipe

    Paneer korma is a mild and slightly sweet curry dish, thanks to its cashew and/or coconut content. Its origins lie in the Indian subcontinent and hails from the Mughlai cuisine. This means, that it has been developed sometime between the 13th -16th century, during the Medieval period. Back then, a korma dish was for shahs and other members of the royal family. The term korma comes from the Urdu word qorma or kormah which translates to braise. This is a direct reference to the cooking method used in korma recipes.

    A typical korma curry is creamy and thick, which is why people love it so much. The real definition of a korma curry is that it is a curry where you braise meat, paneer or vegetables first. So, first sear these ingredients on high heat using ghee, and then cook slowly in yoghurt, cream or stock. You can use just about any type of meat for a korma curry. Also, it is common to toss in turnip or some spinach for extra texture. Undoubtedly, there are multiple versions of kormas, so it’s up to you to make this paneer korma your own.

    how to make the best paneer indian korma recipe

    Paneer is a version of Indian cheese which is made out of curdled milk and an acidic agent such as lemon juice or vinegar. You might also know paneer are poneer, fonir or ponir. Originally, the word paneer comes from the Persian term panir and the Turkish term peynir – which means cheese.

    To make this a standout paneer korma, you’ll need fresh paneer or paneer of premium quality. Paneer comes in various shapes and forms. However, the best way to prepare it is if you cut it into small cubes, as I’ve done in my malai paneer recipe. Sometimes, the packaged version already sells them in these smaller shapes.

    You can also consider grating the paneer to lend some texture to the korma curry. Don’t forget to season well and top with fresh herbs! Add slices of chilli if you’d like to spice things up.

    A full Indian dinner, paneer korma, aloo, chicken and rice

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    This paneer korma is an excellent addition to any Indian feast you might have in mind. It offers guests a delicious and creamy vegetarian alternative. Be warned though, the paneer korma might be the first dish to disappear. Pair the dish with these classics.

    • Aloo ki sabji is one of the most popular side dishes made with potatoes and traditional Indian spices.
    • Chicken kasha is a beautifully stewed chicken in a thick, spicy gravy.
    • Beef korma – a beautifully rich and creamy korma curry
    • Bhindi ki sabzi is a dish comprising crunchy ladyfingers or okra which are mildly spiced.
    • Vegetable korma is another great idea, especially if you’ve already got the spices in stock.
    • Peshwari naan is a sweet version of a naan with a dried fruit and coconut filling. It works best with spicy recipes.

    Don’t forget the traditional side dishes such as pilau rice, jasmine rice or rotis. Plus, this Indian feast would not be complete without some cooling agents for those who are not keen on too much spice. A simple cucumber raita or a chilli and lime yoghurt dip should do trick. Just go easy on the fresh chillies!

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    Korma

    Paneer Korma


    ★★★★★

    4.9 from 10 reviews

    • Author: Michelle Minnaar
    • Total Time: 1 hours 15 minutes
    • Yield: 4 1x
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    Description

    Paneer korma is a thick and creamy curry made from Indian cheese and korma curry paste. This korma curry is mild and sweet – ideal for curry beginners!


    Ingredients

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    • 30ml (2 tbsp) cashew nuts
    • 60ml (4 tbsp) dessicated coconut
    • 60ml (4 tbsp) water
    • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
    • 2.5cm (1in) ginger, peeled
    • 2 green chillies, washed and stalks removed
    • 15ml (1 tbsp) ghee or butter
    • 450g (1lb) paneer, cubed
    • 2 onions, peeled and finely chopped
    • 2.5ml (½ tsp) cinnamon powder
    • 5ml (1 tsp) chilli powder
    • 5ml (1 tsp) turmeric
    • 10ml (2 tsp) coriander powder
    • 2.5ml (½ tsp) caraway seeds
    • 4 green cardamom pods, crushed
    • 4 large tomatoes, pureed
    • 250ml (1 cup) single cream
    • Salt, to taste
    • Coriander leaves, for garnishing

    Instructions

    1. Cover the cashew nuts with water for 1 hour so that they soften up.
    2. Drain, then blitz them together with the coconut and water in a food processor until a paste is formed. Add a splash of water, if necessary. Set aside.
    3. Place the garlic, ginger and chillies in a food processor and blend until everything is finely chopped. Set aside.
    4. Fry the paneer in the ghee until browned and set aside.
    5. In the same pan, continue to gently fry the onions, then stir in the fresh garlic paste and cook for another 3 minutes.
    6. Add the remaining spices to the mix and fry for another 3 minutes.
    7. Pour in the fresh tomato puree, give it a good stir and let the sauce reach a bubbling point. Let it slowly simmer for 10 minutes.
    8. Stir in the cashew nut paste and let the sauce simmer for another 5 minutes.
    9. Pour in the cream and cook for another 5 minutes.
    10. Stir in the fried paneer cubes and let it heat through for 5 minutes.
    11. Serve immediately with rice or naan. Garnish with coriander leaves and sliced red chillies. Enjoy!
    • Prep Time: 45 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: Main Course
    • Cuisine: Indian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 439
    • Sugar: 13 g
    • Sodium: 236 mg
    • Fat: 29.6 g
    • Saturated Fat: 18.6 g
    • Carbohydrates: 37.4 g
    • Fiber: 7.5 g
    • Protein: 10.3 g
    • Cholesterol: 39 mg

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    Comments

    1. Kim Neville

      October 08, 2018 at 6:36 pm

      I like Paneer Tikka Masala

      Reply
    2. sam macaree

      October 08, 2018 at 8:08 pm

      spicy pan fried paneer

      Reply
    3. Solange

      October 09, 2018 at 12:42 am

      I like Shahi Paneer which I enjoy with Roti or Naan.

      Reply
    4. iain maciver

      October 09, 2018 at 2:33 pm

      Paneer Tikka Masala

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Annabel Greaves

      October 09, 2018 at 2:33 pm

      I love korma

      Reply
    6. Ritchie

      October 09, 2018 at 2:38 pm

      I do not eat paneer

      Reply
    7. Georgina Jacobs

      October 09, 2018 at 2:40 pm

      9th October 2018 at 2:33 pm

      Paneer Tikka Masala for my family thanks

      Reply
    8. stephen

      October 09, 2018 at 2:45 pm

      Saag paneer for me

      Reply
    9. Maggie Norvell

      October 09, 2018 at 2:54 pm

      Palak paneer is always good

      Reply
    10. Joo Dee

      October 09, 2018 at 3:29 pm

      tbh never tried, but great giveaway

      Reply
    11. pete c

      October 09, 2018 at 3:48 pm

      a different type of paneer curry that features above, had in India, was delicious

      Reply
    12. Charlotte Easton

      October 09, 2018 at 4:12 pm

      Paneer is very versatile – it’s lovely in all manner of veggie curries. I particularly enjoy it in a classic Sag Paneer with a hot, soft naan on the side. Spinach and cheese is a never-fail combination. Thank you for this lovely giveaway

      Reply
    13. Catherine S

      October 09, 2018 at 5:18 pm

      Paneer tikka masala

      Reply
    14. Tracy Nixon

      October 09, 2018 at 6:13 pm

      Herby paneer parcels!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    15. Peter Watson

      October 09, 2018 at 6:51 pm

      Saag Paneer

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    16. Rena Plumridge

      October 09, 2018 at 6:56 pm

      I’ve nevertheless tried it but will now

      Reply
    17. melanie stirling

      October 10, 2018 at 12:13 am

      Aloo Matar

      Reply
    18. Christina Palmer

      October 10, 2018 at 11:20 am

      I haven’t tried any of these but would love to try the Korma

      Reply
    19. Claire Woods

      October 10, 2018 at 4:41 pm

      Cauliflower, paneer & pea curry

      Reply
    20. Kelly Hirst

      October 10, 2018 at 7:41 pm

      HIGGidy pies have a paneer curry pie which is absolutely delicious – going to try a homemade version next time

      Reply
    21. Kim Carberry

      October 10, 2018 at 8:20 pm

      I have never tried it! I think I need to x

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    22. cheryl hadfield

      October 10, 2018 at 9:21 pm

      Saag Paneer

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    23. charlotte

      October 11, 2018 at 10:51 am

      i have never had it before but id love to

      Reply
    24. Ruth Harwood

      October 11, 2018 at 11:37 am

      The Korma xx

      ★★★★

      Reply
    25. Deirdre M

      October 11, 2018 at 1:31 pm

      Mutter (or Mater?) Paneer? It’s a delicious pea & paneer curry & one of my all time favourite Indian dishes.

      Reply
    26. Jane Willis

      October 11, 2018 at 2:25 pm

      Oddly enough my favourite paneer dish is sag paneer – odd because I hate spinach in any other dish!

      Reply
    27. Angie McDonald

      October 12, 2018 at 4:30 pm

      Paneer Tikka Masala is delicious!

      Reply
    28. Jade Hewlett

      October 13, 2018 at 12:23 pm

      I haven’t tried any but the korma recipe sounds delicious!

      Reply
    29. Gwyn Sharps

      October 13, 2018 at 1:16 pm

      I personally don’t eat paneer as I’m vegan, but I would use tofu to make this instead.

      Reply
    30. Maxine G

      October 14, 2018 at 8:34 am

      Classic Saag Paneer is my favourite, the lightness of the spinach sauce compliments the creaminess of the cheese – delicious!

      Reply
    31. Ash R

      October 14, 2018 at 2:43 pm

      Saag Paneer – yum yum yum ! 🙂 x

      Reply
    32. Susan B

      October 14, 2018 at 6:23 pm

      This recipe sounds right up my alley. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • michelle

        October 19, 2018 at 8:41 am

        you’re welcome!

        Reply
    33. Susan B

      October 14, 2018 at 6:25 pm

      I really enjoy palak paneer when I eat out at an Indian restaurant.

      Reply
    34. Hayley Lynch

      October 14, 2018 at 7:23 pm

      To be honest I have tried it before !

      Reply
    35. Joanne Billington

      October 15, 2018 at 11:49 am

      Chick pea dahl with paneer

      Reply
    36. Rachael Sexey

      October 20, 2018 at 9:50 am

      Paneer Tikka masala is delicious ❤

      Reply
    37. Stephanie Coals

      October 20, 2018 at 12:25 pm

      Paneer Tikka masala is my favourite!

      Reply
    38. Rebecca John

      October 21, 2018 at 3:39 am

      Paneer Tikka Masala

      Reply
    39. clair downham

      October 22, 2018 at 11:31 am

      saag paneer thankyou

      Reply
    40. sue leake

      October 22, 2018 at 3:43 pm

      I dont have a favourite as it is a new food to me

      Reply
    41. janine atkin

      October 22, 2018 at 3:57 pm

      Paneer Tikka masala

      Reply
    42. Tanya Deliyska

      October 22, 2018 at 11:11 pm

      My favourite paneer dish is malai kofta.

      Reply
    43. Mary Baldwin

      October 25, 2018 at 3:45 pm

      Saag Paneer – two of my favourite ingredients are cheese and spinach and this combines the two deliciously.

      Reply
    44. Adrian Bold

      October 26, 2018 at 4:09 am

      Paneer Tikka Masala would be my choice.

      Reply
    45. Jill Ashton

      October 27, 2018 at 9:07 am

      Matar Paneer for me!

      Reply
    46. Mandy Betts

      October 28, 2018 at 12:15 pm

      Saag paneer

      Reply
    47. Anthea Holloway

      October 28, 2018 at 7:03 pm

      Saag Paneer is my favourite.

      Reply
    48. Sheri Darby

      October 28, 2018 at 7:30 pm

      Unbelievably I have never had any

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    49. Victoria Prince

      October 29, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      Saag paneer 🙂

      Reply
    50. James Travis

      October 29, 2018 at 3:04 pm

      Saag for me

      Reply
    51. debbie jayne Davies

      October 29, 2018 at 6:24 pm

      I like paneer chicken

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    52. Erica Hughes

      October 29, 2018 at 6:40 pm

      Saag Paneer

      Reply
    53. Elizabeth Cooke

      October 29, 2018 at 8:31 pm

      I love any paneer curry! My fave is probably Korma

      Reply
    54. Jayne K

      October 29, 2018 at 11:32 pm

      Paneer and pea curry

      Reply
    55. Kat Comer

      October 30, 2018 at 3:40 am

      Saag Paneer

      Reply
    56. Pauline Black

      October 30, 2018 at 4:30 am

      Paneer tikka masalla yum!

      Reply
    57. Jules page

      October 30, 2018 at 7:11 am

      Korma

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    58. Kevin Finch

      October 30, 2018 at 8:51 am

      The Korma is mouthwatering

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    59. Bridget Johnson

      October 30, 2018 at 9:07 am

      Great prize

      Reply
    60. A.E. ADKINS

      October 30, 2018 at 10:17 am

      Saag Paneer, any dish with spinach has to be a winner!

      Reply
    61. Carolyn Ellston

      October 30, 2018 at 12:09 pm

      Love paneer. Probably SAAG PANEER is my go to fave dish. Also love it coated in Peru spices and griddled.

      Reply
    62. sharon martin

      October 30, 2018 at 4:05 pm

      i don’t like anything to spicy so my favourite is a paneer korma

      Reply
    63. Lucy robinson

      October 30, 2018 at 5:13 pm

      I love chicken korma.

      Reply
    64. Jane Green

      October 30, 2018 at 5:57 pm

      I love a motor paneer

      Reply
    65. Karen Stirling

      October 30, 2018 at 8:17 pm

      Paneer Korma

      Reply
    66. Vanessa Cox

      October 30, 2018 at 8:52 pm

      Saag Paneer is my favourite

      Reply
    67. CAROL PATRICK

      October 30, 2018 at 9:32 pm

      Paneer Tikka Masala would be my first choice.

      Reply
    68. Tee Simpson

      October 30, 2018 at 9:55 pm

      Paneer Tikka Masala is my favourite.

      Reply
    69. Tammy Neal

      October 30, 2018 at 10:19 pm

      Paneer Tikka Masala

      Reply
    70. Phil Boyle

      October 30, 2018 at 10:39 pm

      Paneer korma works for me.

      Reply

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