PANEER WITH BURST CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE

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This speedy dinner is loaded with cherry tomatoes, sugar snap peas, and the same spices you'll find in a traditional matar paneer.

Provided by Sohla El-Waylly

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Tomato     Cheese     Green Onion/Scallion     Ginger     Cumin     Coriander     Sugar Snap Pea     Rice     Mint     Vegetarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free     Quick & Easy

Yield 2-4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 scallions, thinly sliced
1 (1") piece ginger, scrubbed, cut into matchsticks
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tsp. coriander seeds
1 tsp. cumin seeds
½ tsp. black mustard seeds
½ tsp. Kashmiri chile powder or ¼ tsp. cayenne powder
¼ tsp. ground turmeric
3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 oz. paneer, sliced into (¼"-thick) planks, patted dry
Kosher salt
12 oz. cherry tomatoes (about 2 cups)
4 oz. sugar snap peas (about 1 cup), strings removed, halved on a diagonal if large
Pinch of sugar (optional)
½ cup (lightly packed) mint leaves
Cooked rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Toss scallions, ginger, and garlic in a medium bowl to combine. Using a mortar and pestle or the side of a chef's knife, coarsely crush coriander seeds and add to vegetables along with cumin seeds, black mustard seeds, chile powder and turmeric; set aside.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Arrange paneer in a single layer in pan and cook until golden brown underneath, about 1 minute. (If paneer is sticking, just give cheese a little more time to brown. It will release from pan once it is sufficiently crisped.) Using a slotted spatula or spoon, transfer paneer to a plate, leaving as much oil behind in pan as possible. Turn browned side up and season generously with salt.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 Tbsp. oil to same skillet. Cook reserved scallion mixture, stirring often, until scallions are wilted and mustard seeds begin to pop, about 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, sugar snap peas, and 1 cup water to skillet and season with salt. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Gently smash each tomato open with a spatula (you just want to break them open a little) and simmer until tomato juices thicken slightly, about 3 minutes (it should still be pretty brothy and light). Taste sauce and add more salt if needed. If your tomatoes aren't super sweet, you may need to add a pinch of sugar at this point to balance their acidity. Add paneer back to pan and simmer until warmed through.
  • Remove pan from heat and toss in mint. Serve with cooked rice.

Husnain bro Bro
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish didn't turn out anything like the picture. It was still edible, but it wasn't very good.


Rikki Bjork
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Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Jeffery Fletcher
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This dish was a lot of work and it didn't turn out very well. I don't think I'll be making it again.


Pamela Topping
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The paneer was overcooked and rubbery. I think I cooked it for too long.


Jemmel Pinat
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The sauce was too runny for my taste. I had to thicken it with some cornstarch.


Basudev Dadal
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Kirti Chakma
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This dish is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time I'll use less chili pepper.


NI RO B AH ME D
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I'm not a big fan of paneer, but I loved this dish. The sauce was so flavorful and the paneer was cooked perfectly.


Zach Hudson
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover paneer. I always have some in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up.


Malak Yasir
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! They especially loved the burst cherry tomatoes.


Falaknaz Khan
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This dish is perfect for a vegetarian meal. The paneer is a great source of protein and the cherry tomatoes are packed with vitamins.


Adnan Aftab
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I love the combination of paneer and cherry tomatoes. They complement each other perfectly.


Nmomah Collins
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The burst cherry tomato sauce is so flavorful and unique. It's the perfect way to add a pop of color and flavor to this dish.


Md Azad Fakir
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to whip it up in under 30 minutes, which is perfect for a busy weeknight.


Deborah Chinecherem
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the creamy paneer and the tangy sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Dj Nomiz
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The paneer was cooked through but still soft, and the sauce was rich and creamy. My family loved it!


praise takaendesa
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The paneer was cooked to perfection, soft and tender on the inside with a slight golden crust on the outside. The sauce was flavorful and tangy, with just the right amount of spice.


Daryonna Love
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This paneer dish was an explosion of flavors! The burst cherry tomato sauce was tangy and sweet, perfectly complementing the creamy paneer. I highly recommend this recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.