Malai Matar Paneer Recipe (Cottage Cheese & Peas In Rich Creamy Gravy)

Step 1: To begin making the Malai Matar Paneer recipe, in a kadai/wok heat oil and add garlic paste

Step 2: As it turns light brown, add chopped onion

Step 3: Fry onion until the onion becomes soft and translucent

Step 4: Next, add poppy seed paste, green chilli paste, coriander powder, salt, sugar and cook it for about 5 minutes

Step 5: After 5 minutes, add green peas and yogurt

Step 6: Cook the same for about 3 to 4 minutes

Step 7: Once the green peas are soft, add paneer cubes and give a stir

Step 8: Add 1/2 cup of warm water and let it cook for 5 minutes

Step 9: After 5 minutes, add cashew nut paste and cook for about 7 to 8 minutes

Step 10: Check seasoning and garnish it with some chopped coriander leaves and give a stir

Step 11: Malai Matar Paneer is ready to serve

Step 12: Serve Malai Matar Paneer along with Lauki Raita, Kachumber Salad and Phulkas for a weekday meal with your family