Paneer Butter Masala with Arusuvai Garam Masala
Paneer Butter Masala is one of India’s most loved vegetarian dishes which is mildly sweet, creamy, and rich with buttery tomato gravy. This version uses Arusuvai Garam Masala to bring out warm, balanced spice notes without overpowering the dish. It’s perfect with naan, roti, pulao, or jeera rice, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser
Ingredients
Paneer
200 g, cubed
Butter
2 tbsp
Oil
1 tbsp
Onions
1 medium, sliced
Tomatoes
3 medium, chopped
Ginger-garlic paste
1 tsp
Cashew nuts
10
Arusuvai Kashmiri Red chilli powder
1tsp
Arusuvai Turmeric powder
¼ tsp
Arusuvai Garam Masala
1 tsp
Kasuri methi (dry fenugreek leaves)
½ tsp, crushed
Fresh cream
3 tbsp
Salt
to taste
Sugar
1 tsp (optional, balances acidity)
Coriander leaves
for garnish
Water
as needed
Method
Prepare the Base
1. In a pan, heat 1 tsp butter + 1 tsp oil.
2. Add onions, sauté till soft. Add tomatoes, cashews, and cook till mushy.
3. Cool and grind into a smooth paste.
2. Add onions, sauté till soft. Add tomatoes, cashews, and cook till mushy.
3. Cool and grind into a smooth paste.
Make the Gravy
4. In a pan, heat remaining butter and oil. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté.
5. Add the ground paste, cook for 3–4 mins till oil starts separating.
6. Add Arusuvai Red Chilli Powder, Arusuvai Turmeric Powder, salt, and Arusuvai
Garam Masala. Mix well.
7. Add ½ to 1 cup water and bring to a simmer.
8. Add paneer cubes and cook for 5 minutes.
9. Add kasuri methi, fresh cream, and sugar. Stir gently.
5. Add the ground paste, cook for 3–4 mins till oil starts separating.
6. Add Arusuvai Red Chilli Powder, Arusuvai Turmeric Powder, salt, and Arusuvai
Garam Masala. Mix well.
7. Add ½ to 1 cup water and bring to a simmer.
8. Add paneer cubes and cook for 5 minutes.
9. Add kasuri methi, fresh cream, and sugar. Stir gently.
Paneer Butter Masala is a luxurious, comforting dish and with Arusuvai Garam Masala, the spice balance is just right. You can swap paneer for tofu or even boiled vegetables for a variation. Serve hot with naan or jeera rice and enjoy restaurant-style richness at home!