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This aromatic paneer makhmali sabzi gets its characteristic green colour and fresh flavour from a marinade of coriander, mint and green chillies. Punjabi paneer makhmali has a tasty marinade made of coriander, pudina, cashew nuts, curds, onion and spices.

Notes on paneer makhmali sabzi. 1. Add chopped mint leaves. The refreshing flavor of pudina gives the perfect zing to the paneer makhmali recipe. 2. The addition of cashews and curds to the marinade imparts a rich flavour and creamy texture to the paneer, giving this paneer makhmali sabzi a luxurious feel. 3. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice. It will prevent the coriander-mint paste from turning dark and stay fresh and vibrant green.

Like most preparations of paneer, it is important to serve the paneer makhmali fresh and hot, while the paneer remains soft and succulent. Serve paneer makhmali hot with parathas or butter naan.

Learn to make paneer makhmali sabzi | Punjabi paneer makhmali | paneer makhmali curry | with step by step photos below.

Paneer Makhmali

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Paneer Makhmali recipe - How to make Paneer Makhmali

Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients


For Paneer Makhmali
2 1/2 cups paneer (cottage cheese) cubes
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp oil
1 cup sliced onions
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 tsp garam masala
salt to taste

To Be Ground Into A Thick Paste (using 2 Tbsp Of Water)
2 cups chopped coriander (dhania)
1/2 cup chopped mint leaves (phudina) leaves
1 tbsp roughly chopped green chillies
2 mm piece ginger (adrak)
1/4 cup broken cashew nut (kaju)
1/4 cup curd (dahi)
2 garlic (lehsun) cloves
1 tbsp lemon juice
salt to taste

For The Garnish
 a few onion rings

For Serving With Paneer Makhmali
 parathas
butter naan

Method
For paneer makhmali
    For paneer makhmali
  1. To make paneer makhmali, combine the paneer along with the paste in a deep bowl, toss gently and keep aside for 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. Heat the butter and oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the marinated paneer, milk, garam masala and little salt, mix gently and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
  4. Garnish paneer makhmali with onion rings and serve hot with parathas or butter naan.
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy396 cal
Protein15.8 g
Carbohydrates13.9 g
Fiber1.1 g
Fat29.9 g
Cholesterol13.5 mg
Sodium40.7 mg
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Paneer Makhmali recipe with step by step photos

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Marinade for paneer makhmali
    Marinade for paneer makhmali
  1. To prepare a marinade for  paneer makhamali recipe | healthy haryali paneer | Punjabi makhamali paneer | in a mixer jar, take chopped coriander.
  2. Add chopped mint leaves. The refreshing flavor of pudina gives the perfect zing to the paneer makhmali recipe.
  3. Add roughly chopped green chillies. Add more or less as per the spice level you prefer.
  4. Add 1/2” piece ginger.
  5. Add broken cashewnuts. It gives a mildly sweet and creamy flavor to the paneer makhmali subz.
  6. Add ¼ cup curds.
  7. Add garlic cloves.
  8. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice. It will prevent the coriander-mint paste from turning dark and stay fresh & vibrant green.
  9. Add salt to taste and around 2 tbsp of water.
  10. Blend in a mixer to a thick smooth paste using little water if required.

How to make paneer makhmali
    How to make paneer makhmali
  1. To prepare  paneer makhamali recipe | healthy haryali paneer | Punjabi makhamali paneer | in a deep bowl transfer the prepared paneer makhmali marinade. Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning & spice at this stage. 
  2. Add the paneer cubes. You can prepare fresh paneer at home using just 2 ingredients (milk and a sour agent). This recipe of paneer with detailed step by step photos will help you make soft paneer at home. Alternatively, you can buy readymade paneer from a local dairy or supermarket in fresh or frozen form. In case the frozen paneer is too hard, submerge it in hot water for 15-20 minutes to improve its texture.
  3. Toss gently using two spoons. Cover with a lid and keep aside for 10 to 15 minutes. For a vegan version, make use of tofu instead of paneer.
  4. To make  paneer makhamali sabzi | healthy haryali paneer | Punjabi makhamali paneer | heat the butter and oil in a deep non-stick pan.
  5. Add the onions.
  6. Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
  7. Add the marinated paneer cubes.
  8. Add milk to adjust the consistency of the paneer makhmali gravy.
  9. Add garam masala and a little salt.
  10. Mix gently and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Do not overcook the masala paste otherwise  paneer makhamali | healthy haryali paneer | Punjabi makhamali paneer | will lose the bright green color.
  11. Garnish | healthy haryali paneer | Punjabi makhamali paneer | with onion rings. Serve paneer makhmali hot with parathas or butter naan.

Tips for paneer makhmali sabzi
    Tips for paneer makhmali sabzi
  1. Add chopped mint leaves. The refreshing flavor of pudina gives the perfect zing to the paneer makhmali recipe.
  2. The addition of cashews and curds to the marinade imparts a rich flavour and creamy texture to the paneer, giving this paneer makhmali sabzi a luxurious feel.
  3. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice. It will prevent the coriander-mint paste from turning dark and stay fresh and vibrant green.

Reviews

Paneer Makhmali
 on 31 Oct 22 08:38 AM
5

Very easy recipe. The is delicious and deserves a5 star.
Tarla Dalal
31 Oct 22 12:25 PM
   Thankyou soo much for your feedback. Keep watching.
Paneer Makhmali
 on 18 May 21 01:26 PM
5

Tried this recipe.. it was delicious.. n so simple to make.. thank you
Tarla Dalal
18 May 21 06:59 PM
   Thanks so much for trying our recipe, it means a lot to us. Keep trying more recipes and sharing your feedback with us.
Paneer Makhmali
 on 13 Sep 20 08:08 PM
5

This is a delicious recipe,triedbit..It came out very well..Thank you
Tarla Dalal
23 Sep 20 08:18 AM
   Thank you for your kind words. Do keep trying more recipes and sharing your comments with us. Enjoy.
Paneer Makhmali
 on 29 Oct 19 12:06 AM
5

Nice recipe I have also tried this recipe very delicious n tasty 😋 bni.
Tarla Dalal
29 Oct 19 09:23 AM
   Sanjana. Thanks for the feedback and your review will help others try the paneer makhmali recipe.
Paneer Makhmali
 on 28 Oct 19 11:16 AM
5

I also tried this recipe.. Very tasty n ymi bni hei.. Mam mei apki recipe bhut like krti hu... Or try b krti hu.. Very simple n easy explain kiya hei apne.. Thanku so much 🙏😊
Paneer Makhmali
 on 14 Oct 19 08:33 PM
5

Tarla Dalal
15 Oct 19 08:56 AM
   Thanks Huda . We are delighted you loved the paneer makhmali recipe. Your feedback will help hundreds others try the recipe and make this a better cooking community.
Paneer Makhmali
 on 30 Jun 19 04:08 PM
5

This is a simple and awesome recipe...Was absolutely delicious...Loved the minty flavor.
Tarla Dalal
15 Oct 19 08:57 AM
   Thanks Winnie. We are delighted you loved the paneer makhmali recipe.
Paneer Makhmali
 on 12 Sep 18 02:32 PM
5

It''s healthy....n colour ful recepie.. surely I vl try... combination of mint add more flavorful...tx for sharing this
Tarla Dalal
12 Sep 18 03:45 PM
   Hi sweety, We are delighted you loved the recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback about the recipes you have tried. Happy Cooking!
Paneer Makhmali
 on 08 Sep 18 04:36 PM
5

Paneer Makhmali
 on 28 Jul 18 03:07 PM
5

Very delicious and easy.
Tarla Dalal
30 Jul 18 10:35 AM
   Hi Kanak, We are delighted you loved the Paneer Makhmali recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback about the recipes you have tried. Happy Cooking!
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