Makhani Panner

Description

Makhani Panner

Savor the classic richness of our Makhani Panner, a classic North Indian dish in which tender paneer cubes bask in a smooth, buttery tomato gravy flavored with fragrant spices. Tender paneer absorbs every delectable note of the dish’s flawless balance of creamy richness, subtle smokiness, and tangy sweetness. This cozy staple, served with steamed rice or garlic naan, transforms any meal into a fine, soul-satisfying experience in our warm café setting.

Key Ingredients

• Paneer, tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic
• Butter, fresh cream, cashew nuts, honey
• Whole spices (bay leaf, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves), kashmiri red chilli powder, turmeric, garam masala
• Kasuri methi, fresh coriander leaves, melon seeds

Quick-Made Recipe

1. Soak cashews and melon seeds, blend into a smooth paste with boiled onions for the base. Char tomatoes and ginger-garlic under flame or in tandoor for authentic smokiness, then puree.
2. Melt butter in a pan, add whole spices and the onion-cashew paste; sauté until golden, then incorporate tomato puree, kashmiri chilli, turmeric, and salt—cook until oil separates.
3. Stir in fresh cream and a touch of honey for balance; simmer gently to create the signature velvety gravy.
4. Add cubed paneer and crushed kasuri methi; cook for 5–7 minutes to infuse flavours without over-softening the paneer.
5. Finish with more butter, garam masala, and coriander garnish for that restaurant-style sheen.

Our Makhani Panner, commonly known as Paneer Butter Masala, is a best-selling specialty at Avayacafe. It is painstakingly made fresh with premium paneer and slow-simmered gravies that perfectly encapsulate Punjabi decadence. We strike a mix between tradition and elegance, making sure every dish offers restaurant-caliber richness in a laid-back, contemporary café setting—ideal for sharing with loved ones or savoring alone as a filling vegetarian centerpiece at Avayacafe.