Matar paneer

Ingredients:

To make masala paste:

Onion-2 medium
Tomatoes-2 big
Ginger-1" piece
Garlic-4 cloves
Green chillies-4
Cloves-4
Peppercorn-6
Cinnamon-1" piece
Cashew-12
Corriander seeds-1 tbsp

Main ingredients:

Oil-2 tbsp
Cumin seeds-2 tsp
Salt-to taste
Chilly powder-1 tsp
Turmeric-1 tsp
Garam masala powder-1 tsp
Paneer cubed-300g
Frozen peas-1 cup
Water-as required
Corriander-to garnish
Heavy cream (optional)-2 tbsp

Method:

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan and add roughly chopped onion, garlic, ginger, green chillies. Saute till the onion turns slightly brown.
2. Allow the contents to cool down and transfer into a blender.
3. Blend with chopped tomatoes, cashew, corriander seeds, cinnamon, cloves and peppercorn. Blend to a smooth paste.
4. In the same pan, add remaining 1 tbsp oil. Add cumin seeds and allow them to splutter.
5. Add the masala paste, partly cover the lid to prevent spluttering and cook till oil is released on the sides.
6. Add salt, turmeric, chilly powder, garam masala and cook for 30 sec.
7. Add water as required and check for seasoning.
8. Add frozen peas and cook for 1 min.
9. Add paneer and cook for 2-3 min.
10. Add cream and cilantro, mix well and serve with roti or naan.