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
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.
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Husnain bro Bro
[email protected]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
[email protected]Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.
Jeffery Fletcher
[email protected]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
[email protected]The paneer was overcooked and rubbery. I think I cooked it for too long.
Jemmel Pinat
[email protected]The sauce was too runny for my taste. I had to thicken it with some cornstarch.
Basudev Dadal
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.
Kirti Chakma
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! They especially loved the burst cherry tomatoes.
Falaknaz Khan
[email protected]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
[email protected]I love the combination of paneer and cherry tomatoes. They complement each other perfectly.
Nmomah Collins
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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.