Chana Butter Paneer Masala
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Looking for a quick lunch? Here’s how to make an incredible chana butter paneer masala with basmati rice. Too flavorful to be true!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
For the sauce:
- 20 g goat butter or olive oil if you're making the vegan version
- 4 garlic cloves crushed
- 3 tsp ginger finely grated
- 1 can tomato pulp 400g (you can use passatta as well)
- ½ can coconut milk 400g, fat
Spices:
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 2 bay leaves to be removed at the end
- ¼ tsp cumin ground
- ¼ tsp spicy paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Other ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas 400g
- 1 handful raw cashews
- 1 piece fresh mozzarella ~150g bag, cut into cubes
- chopped fresh greens I used oregano leaves, but you can also use coriander or parsley
Add the butter to a pan on medium heat.
Once melted, add the crushed garlic, grated ginger, and spices. Leave 1 minute to cook.
Add the tomato pulp and coconut milk. Mix.
Add the boiled chickpeas and raw cashews. Cook for 10 minutes.
At the end, add the mozzarella cubes and cover with the sauce without mixing too much.
Serve with basmati rice and a bit of grated lime zest on top.