Paneer and Moong Bean Korma
Paneer and Moong Bean Korma is a delicious and nutritious Indian curry made with paneer (cottage cheese), moong beans, and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of protein and calcium, thanks to the paneer and moong beans. However, people with a dairy allergy should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains Dairy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
252 kcal
Protein
13 g
Carbs
35 g
Fat
7 g
Fiber
7 g
Ingredients
Moong beans
0.25 Cup (100g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 medium cup (75g)
Chopped Tomato
1 small cup (100g)
Ginger Paste
1 tsp (5g)
Garlic paste
1 tsp (5g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Coriander Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Garam Masala
1 tsp (3g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Paneer Homemade (Toned milk)
0.5 cubed, cup (100g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Soak Moong Bean Overnight.
Cooking Steps
Drain the soaked moong beans and set aside.
In a pressure cooker , heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn translucent.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the raw smell goes away.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and turn mushy.
Add coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
Add soaked moong beans and 2-3 cups of water, depending on the desired consistency.
Close the pressure cooker or pot and cook for 3-4 whistles or 15-20 minutes over medium heat until the beans are cooked and soft.
Add paneer cubes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Alok Raj Choudhury
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and preparing this Paneer and Moong Bean Korma was completely hassle-free. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Kunal Kumar Hammad
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and the spice balance was top-tier! It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Sunita Rani Chauhan
"Prepped this over the weekend, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Paneer and Moong Bean Korma was. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Siddharth Prasad Deshmukh
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and Paneer and Moong Bean Korma fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"