Cauliflower and Paneer Tikka Masala

Ingredients 

• 1 medium cauliflower, blanched and cut into florets
• 250 grams cottage cheese (paneer), cut into cubes 
• 3-4 tablespoons oil
• ½ tablespoon minced garlic
• ½ tablespoon minced ginger
• 1 medium white onion, chopped
• 1 medium red capsicum, roasted and cut into cubes
• 1 medium tomato, roasted and cut into cubes 
• 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• ½ teaspoon garam masala powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
• 6-8 curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon fresh cream
• Fresh coriander sprig for garnishing

Method

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a non-stick pan. Add garlic, ginger, mix and sauté for a few seconds. 
2. Add white onions, mix and sauté for a minute. 
3. Add tomatoes, capsicum, chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, cinnamon powder, garam masala powder, mix well and sauté for a minute. 
4. Add ¼ cup water and salt, mix well and cook for a minute. Remove from heat. 
5. Transfer the mixture in a blender jar and blend to a smooth paste. 
6. Heat remaining oil in another non-stick pan. Add mustard seeds and once they begin to splutter, add curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds. 
7. Add the ground paste, mix well and cook for a minute.
8. Add coconut milk, mix well and cook for a minute. 
9. Add fresh cream, salt, mix well and cook till the mixture thickens. 
10. Add cauliflower florets and cottage cheese cubes, mix well and cook for a minute.
11. Remove from heat, transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with fresh coriander sprig and serve immediately.