Curry

Paneer and Pea Tomato Masala

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Serves4
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Method

Make it happen

  1. 01

    Heat the oil in a deep frying pan and soften the onion for 8 minutes, stirring, until golden at the edges.

  2. 02

    Add the garlic and ginger for 1 minute, then stir in the ground coriander, cumin and turmeric for 30 seconds; add tomatoes, tomato purée, water and salt, and simmer the masala for 12 minutes.

  3. 03

    Add paneer and peas to the bubbling tomato masala and simmer 5–6 minutes until the peas are hot and the paneer warmed throughout.

  4. 04

    Stir in double cream and garam masala over a gentle heat without boiling vigorously.

  5. 05

    Rinse the rice until the water runs almost clear. Add to a saucepan with 450 ml water, bring to the boil, cover and simmer on very low heat for 12 minutes; rest covered for 5 minutes.

  6. 06

    Taste, adjust the seasoning and spoon the hot curry over the rice to serve.