Methi Malai Paneer

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Ingredients

200 grams	paneer, cubed
1 cup	fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves, chopped
1 cup	fresh cream
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon	ginger-garlic paste
2 medium	tomatoes, pureed
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon	red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon	garam masala
—	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
1/4 cup	milk
1 tablespoon	butter

Instructions

1. 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
2. 2 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. 3 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
4. 4 Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
5. 5 Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. 6 Add the chopped methi leaves and cook for 2-3 minutes until they wilt.
7. 7 Add the fresh cream and mix well, then add the paneer cubes.
8. 8 Add milk to adjust the consistency of the gravy and bring it to a gentle simmer.
9. 9 Add garam masala and kasuri methi, mix well, and let it cook for another 2 minutes.
10. 10 Finish with a tablespoon of butter for extra richness.
11. 11 Serve hot with naan or rice.