Dahi Achari Paneer

Are you looking for a dish that's bursting with flavor, creamy, and slightly spicy?

Look no further than Dahi Achari Paneer, a North Indian delight that combines the coolness of yogurt with the tangy punch of pickles. Jyoti Foods' carefully curated spice blends elevate this dish to new heights, creating a restaurant-worthy meal at home.

Ingredients:

For the Achari Masala:

• 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
• 1 tsp Jyoti Foods Cumin Whole / Jeera 
• ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
• ½ tsp fennel seeds 
• 4-5 dry red chilies (preferably, stemless)
• 1 small piece of cinnamon stick
• 2 Jyoti Foods cloves / Laung (LaalPari)
• 1 black cardamom pod

For the Dahi Achari Paneer:

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp Jyoti Foods Cumin Whole / Jeera 
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp Jyoti Foods Turmeric / Haldi powder
• 1 tsp Jyoti Foods Red chili / Lal Mirch powder (adjust to preference)
• 1 tbsp Achari Masala
• 2 cups plain yogurt, whisked
• 200 gms paneer, cubed and pan-fried
• Salt to taste
• Chopped fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

Making the Achari Masala:

• Dry roast mustard seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, fennel seeds, red chilies, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom pod in a pan over low heat until fragrant.
• Grind the roasted spices to a coarse powder.

Making the Dahi Achari Paneer:

• Heat oil in a pan or pot over medium heat. Add bay leaf and cumin seeds. Let the cumin seeds splutter.
• Add sliced onions and fry until golden brown.
• Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
• Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and achari masala. Sauté for another minute.
• Add whisked yogurt and bring to a simmer. Do not boil.
• Gently add the pan-fried paneer cubes.
• Season with salt to taste.
• Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
• Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with rice or naan.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, use homemade paneer.
• You can adjust the amount of achari masala to your spice preference.

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