Paneer Hyderabadi 

Paneer Hyderabadi is a delightful Indian dish that combines the rich flavors of paneer with a unique blend of spices and herbs. It is known for its creamy texture, bold aromas, and satisfying taste. This vegetarian dish originates from the culinary landscape of Hyderabad, India, and represents the royal flavors and traditions of the Nizams.

Prepared as a delicacy for special occasions in the royal courts of the Nizams, Paneer Hyderabadi has evolved over the years to incorporate various culinary styles and ingredients. It can be enjoyed in multiple serving styles, paired with naan bread, jeera rice, or eaten on its own. The dish offers a decent nutritional profile, packed with protein, calcium, and essential vitamins, contributing to overall well-being.

Check out how to make this delicious flavourful paneer Hyderabadi recipe below.

Ingredients

For Masala Paste-

Onion-2-3 nos

Garlic -5-6 nos

Ginger -1 inch piece

Green chilies -4 nos

Coriander leaves -handful

Mint leaves-handful 

Other Ingredients -

Paneer-250 gms

Curd -1/2-3/4 cup

Fresh cream-2-3 Tbsps 

Turmeric powder -1/2 tsp

Red chilli powder -1 Tsp 

Coriander powder -1 Tsp 

Roasted Cumin powder -1/2 tsp

Garam Masala powder -1/2 Tsp 

Salt to taste 

Sugar-1/2-1 Tsp 

Cinnamon -2 nos

Cloves-2-3 nos

Cardamom -1-2 nos

Star anise-1 no

Marati moggu-1 no

Bay leaf-1 no

Cumin seeds -1 Tsp 

Peppercorns -1/4 Tsp 

Kasuri Methi -1 Tsp 

Coriander leaves -few

Oil -2-3 Tbsps 

Ghee-1-2 Tsps

Paneer Hyderabadi Recipe Video 

Method 

👉Shallow fry the paneer in oil + ghee in a pan until golden brown colour, set aside on a plate.

👉Heat oil in a pan sauté onions, ginger, garlic, green chilies, coriander leaves and mint leaves until done and transfer to a mixie jar and allow it to cool a bit and grind to a fine paste without adding any water. Set aside. 

👉In a mixing bowl add curd whisk lightly then add in turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder , roasted cumin powder, garam masala powder, salt and sugar mix well and set aside.

👉Heat oil + ghee in a pan add whole garam masala spices and sauté well .

👉Pour the ground masala mix well and sauté for a minute or two in low heat.Add 1/2 cup water mix well and cook covered for 5 minutes in medium flame stirring occasionally.

👉Now add the curd mixture mix well for a minute and cook covered for another 5 minutes.

👉Once the gravy changes colour, thickens and oil oozes on top add the fresh cream mix well.

👉Finally add in the paneer mix well and cook covered for another 2-4 minutes.

👉Garnish with coriander leaves and Kasoori methi mix well and switch off the gas.

👉Serve hot. Enjoy 😊 

Preparation Time-30 mins

Serves-4