Matar Paneer

Name: Matar Paneer
Prep time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 package (12 oz) paneer cheese, cut in 1-inch cubes; 2 cups finely chopped onions; 2 teaspoons cumin seed; 1 pod green cardamom; 2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled gingerroot; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 1/4 cup tomato paste (from 6-oz can); 1 tablespoon ground garam masala; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 1/4 cups water; 2 cups frozen sweet peas; 3/4 cup Mountain High™ original whole milk plain yoghurt; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1 Hour Prep1 Hour Total
6 Servings
350 Calories per Serving

This easy South Asian dish is chock-full of warming spices like garam masala, turmeric, crushed chile flakes, cumin seed and cardamom. Seared paneer cheese and sweet peas add texture to this quick curry that can be on your table in an hour.

Ingredient List

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 package (12 oz) paneer cheese, cut in 1-inch cubes
2 cups finely chopped onions
2 teaspoons cumin seed
1 pod green cardamom
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled gingerroot
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1/4 cup tomato paste (from 6-oz can)
1 tablespoon ground garam masala
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/4 cups water
2 cups frozen sweet peas
3/4 cup Mountain High™ original whole milk plain yoghurt
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Preparation

In 12-inch skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Cook paneer in oil 5 to 8 minutes, turning frequently until golden brown; drain on paper towel-lined plate. Discard oil left in skillet.
Reduce heat to medium. In same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, the onions, cumin seed and cardamom; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add gingerroot and garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomato paste, garam masala, salt, turmeric and pepper flakes; stir to blend. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in water and paneer; cook 5 minutes. Add frozen peas; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until peas are tender. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Stir in yoghurt; top with cilantro.
Serve with rice, if desired.

Tips

Garam masala is a blend of ground spices common in India, Pakistan and other South Asian cuisines. Although it can vary widely, it typically contains black peppercorns, mace, cinnamon, cloves, brown cardamom, nutmeg and green cardamom.
Serve this dish with basmati rice.
Paneer is a fresh cheese common in South Asian cuisine.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Information (Amount per serving)

Total Fat 23g 36%, Saturated Fat 12g 62%, Cholesterol 55mg 18%, Sodium 720mg 30%, Potassium 400mg 11%, Total Carbohydrate 19g 6%, Dietary Fiber 3g 15%, Vitamin A 35%, Vitamin C 10%, Calcium 45%, Iron 15%, Vitamin D 4%, Vitamin E 6%, Thiamin 10%, Riboflavin 25%, Niacin 8%, Vitamin B6 15%, Folic Acid 15%, Vitamin B12 6%, Pantothenic Acid 10%, Phosphorus 30%, Magnesium 10%, Zinc 10%, Selenium 15%, Copper 8%, Manganese 30%

Nutrition Other (Amount per serving)

Calories 350, Calories from Fat 210, Trans Fat 0g, Monounsaturated Fat 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat 3 1/2g, Soluble Fiber 0g, Insoluble Fiber 3g, Sugars 8g, Protein 17g, Beta-Carotene 45%, Omega-3 1/2g, Carbohydrate Choice 1, Starch 1/2, Fruit 0, Other Carbohydrate 1/2, Skim Milk 0, Low-Fat Milk 0, Milk 0, Vegetable 1, Very Lean Meat 0, Lean Meat 0, Medium-Fat Meat 0, High-Fat Meat 2, Fat 1 1/2, Fruits 0c, Vegetables 3/4c, Grains 0oz-eq, Meat & Beans 0oz-eq, Dairy 1 1/2c, Fats & Oils 1tsp