Microwave Paneer Matar

A quick and delicious paneer–peas curry made effortlessly using the microwave.

Ingredients

1. **Main Ingredients

   • 100 g paneer (grated)
   • 1 cup shelled peas
   • Cashewnuts (optional)
   • Salt to taste

2. **Spices & Flavorings

   • 1–2 green chillies
   • 1 medium onion
   • 1/2" ginger piece
   • 6 tbsp tomato puree
   • 1/4 tsp red chilli powder
   • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
   • 1/2 tsp garam masala powder

3. **For Cooking

   • 2 tbsp oil
   • 6"-7" round microwave-safe dish (2" high) with cover

Instructions

1. **Prepare the masala

   • Grind onion, green chillies, and ginger together.
   • Fry this paste in a non-stick pan for 4–5 minutes.

2. **Add spices and microwave

   • Add tomato puree, garam masala, cumin powder, peas, and sprinkle 1 tbsp water.
   • Transfer the mixture to a microwave-safe dish and cook on HIGH for 3 minutes.

3. **Add paneer and finish cooking

   • Add salt, grated paneer, 5 tbsp water, and cashewnuts; mix gently.
   • Cover and microwave again for 2 minutes, then let it stand for 2 minutes.
   • Serve garnished with fresh coriander and green chilli.