Matar Paneer (Peas and Cheese)

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Rated :

A vegetarian side dish with mild, creamy gravy

Estimated Times: Cooking Time 20-25 min Servings : 10 to 12

Ingredients :
1 lb frozen Peas 12-14 oz Paneer cut in ½ “ cubes (available in Indian Stores, can subtitute Tofu) 1 jar (15 oz) Ethnic Cottage Bengal masala Cooking sauce

Cooking Directions :
Soak paneer pieces in hot water for 5 min to soften the paneer. Drain. Microwave peas with little water for 5-6 min (until soften). Drain. In a cooking pan, Mix Peas, Paneer and Sauce. Add one jar of water. Cook for 10-15 minute (until boils) with occasional stirring. Serve hot with warm Basmati Rice or Naan Bread. Add cut-up Paneer (or Tofu) to sauce and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes. Serve with Indian flat bread (Naan) or Basmati rice. Basmati rice is more traditional but any white rice works well.