Restaurant-Style Paneer Butter Masala Recipe 2025

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Paneer Butter Masala Recipe

Paneer Butter Masala is a rich and creamy North Indian dish made with paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked in a buttery, tomato-based gravy. It is one of the most popular paneer dishes served in restaurants and pairs perfectly with naan, roti, or jeera rice.

In this blog, we will share a simple, step-by-step recipe to make restaurant-style Paneer Butter Masala at home.

Ingredients

For the Gravy:

  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Oil
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 2 Cloves
  • 1-inch Cinnamon Stick
  • 2 Green Cardamoms
  • 1 Large Onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 Large Tomatoes (pureed)
  • 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
  • 8-10 Cashew Nuts (soaked in warm water)
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
  • ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder
  • ½ tsp Garam Masala
  • ½ tsp Cumin Powder
  • ½ tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup Fresh Cream
  • ½ cup Water (to adjust consistency)
  • 1 tbsp Kasuri Methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
  • 200g Paneer (cubed)
  • Fresh Coriander Leaves (for garnish)

Step-by-Step Recipe

1️⃣ Prepare the Gravy Base

  1. Heat butter and oil in a pan.
  2. Add bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon, and cardamoms. Let them release their aroma.
  3. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell goes away.

2️⃣ Blend the Masala

  1. Add pureed tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil separates.
  2. Add soaked cashew nuts and blend the mixture into a smooth paste.
  3. Return the paste to the pan and cook on low heat.

3️⃣ Cook the Gravy

  1. Add red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt.
  2. Pour in water to adjust consistency and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Add garam masala and kasuri methi for enhanced flavor.

4️⃣ Add Paneer & Cream

  1. Gently add paneer cubes to the gravy.
  2. Stir in fresh cream and mix well for a smooth texture.

5️⃣ Final Touch & Serve

  1. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes on low flame.
  2. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
  3. Serve hot with naan, roti, or jeera rice!

Pro Tips for the Best Taste

✅ Use fresh, soft paneer for the best texture.
✅ Always blend the gravy for a smooth, restaurant-style consistency.
✅ Kasuri methi gives the dish an authentic flavor, don’t skip it!
✅ Use fresh cream for a rich, creamy texture.

What to Serve with Paneer Butter Masala?

  • Butter Naan
  • Tandoori Roti
  • Jeera Rice
  • Lachha Paratha

Final Thoughts

Restaurant-style Paneer Butter Masala is a creamy and flavorful dish that you can easily make at home. Follow this simple recipe and enjoy the rich, buttery goodness with your favorite Indian bread or rice!

Try it out and let us know how it turned out! 😊🍽️

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