House party without a paneer dish? Now, that’s a bad idea, isn’t it? Paneer is a staple dish at gatherings, which often steals the show due to its versatility and creamy texture. But hey, are you tired of serving the same old paneer butter masala or palak paneer at your house parties? So we have something new (and extremely easy!) to spice up your party night menu! Presenting paneer yakhni – a delicious and aromatic dish that adds a royal touch to your dining table. This paneer dish is perfect when you are short on ingredients but still want to eat something tasty and delicious. Ready to learn how to make paneer yakhni at home? So roll up your sleeves and read on to know more!
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What makes Paneer Yakhni so special?
This paneer yakhni recipe is for vegetarians who think yakhni is only for non-vegetarian dishes. This delicious vegetarian recipe is perfect for a weekend dinner or soiree. The best part about this dish is that it does not contain onions or tomatoes, making it a perfect option when you are low on groceries or need to make something special in a hurry. This creamy gravy made with yogurt infused with aromatic spices is sure to please your last-minute guests!
What can you serve with paneer yakhni?
Though Paneer Yakhni tastes amazing with all kinds of roti, rice or pulao, our personal recommendation is to serve this delicious dish with piping hot Naan. The softness and mild flavour of Naan enhances the flavour of the creamy and rich gravy of this dish. Believe me, when you take the first bite of Paneer Yakhni with soft homemade Naan, it will be a royal feast for your taste buds.
Paneer Yakhni recipe | How to make Paneer Yakhni at home
Making yakhni paneer at home is very easy. This recipe has been shared on Instagram by digital content creator @thespicystory. To make it:
1. Dry Roasted Spices
First, dry roast coriander, cumin, fennel, black pepper, red chilli, black cardamom, green cardamom, cinnamon and cloves. When it is cooked, grind it finely. Keep it aside.
2. Make the gravy base
Add cashews, paneer pieces, poppy seeds and water in a blender jar and make a fine paste. Heat some oil in a pan and fry the paneer pieces. Then add chopped capsicum to the pan and cook till it becomes a little soft. Remove the ingredients from the flame and keep aside.
3. Cook spices and nuts
Add oil in the same pan and let it heat up. When the oil is hot, add bay leaves, chopped ginger, green chilies and fry for a minute. Add cashew paneer paste and the rest of the ingredients in the same pan. When it starts boiling, add one cup of beaten curd to the pan. Mix the ingredients well and let it boil.
4. Seasonings and Garnishes
Add salt, sugar and saffron water to the gravy and cook till everything becomes nice and thick. Then add cooked paneer and capsicum to the pan and mix well. Add freshly ground masala on top and mix well. Garnish with some chopped coriander leaves and serve the yakhni paneer gravy. Serve hot!
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So, try this easy paneer yakhni recipe today and let us know how you liked it in the comments!
