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# Paneer Bhuna Masala Recipe

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## Step-by-step

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Firstly, in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil, 2 tbsp ghee and add spices. (I have added 1 tsp cumin, 1 bay leaf, 3 pods cardamom and ½ tsp cloves)

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-3.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-4.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Add 2 onion, 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste and saute until the onions turn golden brown.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-5.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Keeping the flame on low, add ½ tsp turmeric, ¾ tbsp chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp cumin powder and 1 tsp salt.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-6.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-7.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Also, add 2 tomato and saute well.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-8.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Saute until oil separates from sides.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-9.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Further, add ½ tsp curd and saute until the oil separates from the sides.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-10.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Now add ¼ hot water in 3 batches and cook until the oil separates. This helps masala to cook well.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-11.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Further in a pan, heat 1 tbsp ghee. Add ½ capsicum, ½ onion and stir fry on high flame.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-12.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Add in 25 cubes paneer, ¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp garam masala and ½ tsp salt.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-13.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Stir fry until the spices are well coated with the paneer.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-14.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Transfer the masala paneer over the curry.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-15.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Mix gently making sure everything is well combined.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-16.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until the flavours are well absorbed.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-17.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Now add 2 tbsp kasuri methi, 2 tbsp coriander and mix well.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-18.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Finally, enjoy **paneer bhuna masala** recipe with roti.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Paneer-Bhuna-Masala-Recipe-Dhaba-Style-Paneer-Masala-Curry-2-2048x1365.jpeg" alt="Dhaba Style Paneer Masala Curry" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Video

<iframe className="w-full aspect-video rounded-xl" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4O1ElllKMSg" title="Video recipe" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen />

## Notes

* Firstly, roast the masala well to get rich flavour in curry.

* Also, the entire sabzi can be prepared with just ghee to make dhaba style.

* Additionally, roasting panner gives a good taste to the paneer.

* Finally, **Paneer Bhuna Masala Recipe** tastes great when served with roti.

<Note>
  Original recipe by Hebbar's Kitchen: [https://hebbarskitchen.com/paneer-bhuna-masala-recipe-dhaba-style/](https://hebbarskitchen.com/paneer-bhuna-masala-recipe-dhaba-style/)
</Note>
