Paneer Butter Masala is a delicious and easy Indian recipe for toddlers in Australia, packed with protein and flavour. This dish is simple to prepare and is always a hit with the little ones, making it a great choice for mealtime. Try adding some of your toddler’s favourite vegetables or lentils for extra flavour and nutrients. Serve hot with rice or naan bread for a delicious family meal.

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Paneer Butter Masala,Easy, Veggie, Allergy-Friendly
• Calories: 260
• Protein: 14g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fats: 16g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 300g Paneer (cubed)
• 1 Onion (chopped)
• 2 Tomatoes (chopped)
• 1/3 cup of cashews and almonds (chopped)
• 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala
• 1 teaspoon of chilli powder
• 2 tablespoons of oil
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1 cup of thick coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Begin by adding the oil and butter to a large non-stick pan, on medium heat.
2. Once the butter has melted, add the cumin seeds and let them fry until they are lightly brown.
3. Add the chopped onions to the pan and cook until they become softened and lightly browned.
4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and cook for an additional minute, stirring to combine until fragrant.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and stir to combine, then let the mixture cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add the chopped cashews, almonds, coriander powder, garam masala, chilli powder and a pinch of salt and pepper and stir to combine.
7. Add the cubed paneer to the pan and stir to cover the paneer with the tomato mixture. Let the mixture cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Once the spices have cooked and the paneer is warmed through, add the coconut milk to the pan and mix everything together.
9. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10. Serve with steamed rice, naan or chapatis and you have the yummy Paneer Butter Masala ready!

Recommended Sides

• Steamed rice
• Naan
• Chapatis

It’s finally dinner time and you can hear your children’s mouths watering in anticipation of the Paneer Butter Masala! By following these steps, you have now created a delicious and easy dish for all kinds of eaters, peanuts allergies free. Now, let us knock on wood that your children won’t give you too hard of a time and actually enjoy the meal. A tasty dish plus a little luck is all you need to have a peaceful dinner evening with your kiddos!