Cauliflower and Paneer Tikka Masala

Ingredients list for Cauliflower and Paneer Tikka Masala

• 3/4 cup Cauliflower small florets , blanched
• 10-12 Cottage cheese (paneer ) , cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Ginger , minced
• 1 teaspoon Garlic , minced
• 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
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Garam masala powder
• to taste Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• a handful Curry leaves
• 1/2 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cream
• for garnishing Fresh coriander sprigs

Method

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a non-stick pan, add garlic and ginger, mix and sauté till raw smells disappear.
2. Add white onion, mix and sauté for 1 minute. Add red capsicum, tomato, red chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, cinnamon powder and garam masala powder, mix well and sauté for 1 minute.
3. Add ½ cup water and salt, mix well and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Transfer the mixture into a blender jar and blend to a smooth paste.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in another non-stick pan, add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves mix and sauté for a few seconds.
5. Add the ground paste, mix well and cook for 1 minute. Add coconut milk, mix well and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add fresh cream and salt, mix well and cook till the mixture thickens.
7. Add cauliflower florets and cottage cheese cubes, mix well and cook for 1-2 minute.
8. Remove from heat, transfer into a serving bowl, garnish with coriander sprig and serve hot.