Paneer Bhutuwa Recipe -Nepalese Paneer Curry

Step 1: To begin making the Paneer Bhutuwa recipe, in a non-stick saute pan, heat two tablespoons of oil and add the paneer cubes in the pan

Step 2: Shallow fry the paneer cubes from all the sides till they turn light golden brown in colour

Step 3: Drain them on a kitchen cloth/ paper towel to absorb the excess oil

Step 4: Keep it aside

Step 5: In the same pan add turmeric and dry red chilies and cook for about 30 seconds

Step 6: After 30 seconds, add chopped onions and stir constantly until lightly browned

Step 7: Once the onion is done, add garlic and ginger and fry for a minute

Step 8: Add the pureed spinach and cook for 15 minutes on low heat

Step 9: Add tomatoes, yogurt, soy sauce, and ground pepper; mix well

Step 10: Allow cooking for 6 to 8 more minutes, adding a bit of water if necessary

Step 11: At last, add fried paneer and cook for another 5 minutes

Step 12: After 5 minutes, switch off the heat and serve

Step 13: Serve Paneer Bhutuwa along with Nepali Aloo Tareko  and Steamed Rice for your weekday meal