👩🍳 Simple Paneer Butter Masala – Anyone Can Cook!
This easy paneer butter masala recipe is perfect for beginners. You don’t need complex cooking skills or fancy kitchen tools. Just simple ingredients and clear step-by-step cooking.
Even if this is your first time cooking, this recipe will still turn out creamy, rich, and delicious 😋
Paneer butter masala is one of the most loved Indian restaurant dishes, and now you can make it easily at home.
⏱️ Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 3–4 People
Difficulty: ⭐ Very Easy
🛒 Ingredients (Easy to Find)
⭐ Main Ingredients
• 200 g Paneer (cut into cubes)
• 2 Tablespoon Butter 🧈
• 1 Tablespoon Oil
• 2 Tomatoes (pureed or finely chopped)
• 1 Onion (finely chopped)
• 1 Teaspoon Ginger Garlic Paste
🌶️ Basic Spices
• ½ Teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
• ½ Teaspoon Garam Masala
• ½ Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• Salt (as needed)
🥛 Other Ingredients
• 3 Tablespoon Fresh Cream
• ½ Teaspoon Sugar (Optional)
• ½ Cup Water
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Cooking (Very Simple)
🔹 STEP 1 – HEAT THE PAN
Turn stove to medium heat.
Add oil and butter to a pan and let butter melt completely.
🔹 STEP 2 – COOK ONION
Add chopped onion.
Cook until soft and light golden (about 3–4 minutes).
👉 This creates the base flavor of your gravy.
🔹 STEP 3 – ADD TOMATO
Add tomato puree and ginger garlic paste.
Cook until oil starts separating slightly.
👉 This means masala is cooked properly.
🔹 STEP 4 – ADD SPICES
Add salt, turmeric powder, chilli powder, and garam masala.
Mix well and cook for 1 minute.
🔹 STEP 5 – ADD PANEER
Add paneer cubes and water.
Mix gently so paneer does not break.
🔹 STEP 6 – MAKE IT CREAMY
Add fresh cream and sugar.
Cook for 2–3 minutes on low flame.
🍽️ How to Serve
Best served with:
• Chapati
• Butter Naan
• Plain Rice 🍚
💡 Beginner Cooking Tips (Very Important)
✔ Keep flame medium or low
✔ Stir gently after adding paneer
✔ If curry becomes thick, add little water
✔ Taste before serving and adjust salt
Cooking is not speed — it’s patience 🫶
🥗 Health Benefits
Paneer butter masala provides:
✅ Protein from paneer
✅ Energy from butter and cream
✅ Calcium for bones
✅ Good fats for energy
Best enjoyed in balanced portions.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make paneer butter masala without cream?
Yes. You can use milk or cashew paste instead.
How to make paneer soft?
Soak paneer cubes in warm water for 10 minutes before cooking.
🏁 Conclusion
This easy paneer butter masala recipe for beginners is perfect for daily cooking or special meals. With simple ingredients and easy steps, anyone can cook restaurant style paneer butter masala at home.
Try this recipe today and enjoy creamy, delicious homemade paneer butter masala with your family.
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