Paneer and Couscous Curry

Ingredients: 200g paneer, cubed, 1 cup couscous, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 tomatoes, pureed, 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, Salt to taste, 2 tbsp oil, Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Preparation Steps:

  • Prepare the couscous as per package instructions and keep aside.
  • Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  • Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute. Then, add the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
  • Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the cubed paneer and yogurt. Stir gently to coat the paneer with the masala.
  • Add 1 cup of water and let the curry simmer for 5-7 minutes on low heat.
  • Once the curry reaches the desired consistency, turn off the heat.
  • Serve the paneer and couscous curry hot over a bed of couscous.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Diet Types: vegetarian