Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh moringa leaves, washed and roughly chopped
- 200 grams paneer, cubed
- 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cream or coconut cream
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat ghee or oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil begins to separate from the masala.
5. Mix in turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring continuously.
6. Add the moringa leaves and mix well. Cook until the leaves are wilted and well combined with the masala.
7. Gently fold in the paneer cubes and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavors.
8. Pour in the fresh cream and sprinkle garam masala on top. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes.
9. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. Serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice.