11 Popular Paneer Dishes Enjoyed in North India

 Paneer is a staple in North Indian cuisine, loved for its rich texture and ability to absorb flavors. Here are 11 popular paneer dishes enjoyed in North India:

1. Paneer Butter Masala – A creamy, tomato-based curry with butter and cashews, often paired with naan or rice.

   

2. Shahi Paneer – A royal dish with a rich, mildly sweet gravy made from cashews, cream, and saffron.

   

3. Kadhai Paneer – A spicy and flavorful dish with paneer, capsicum, and onions cooked in a tomato-based gravy with aromatic spices.

   

4. Palak Paneer – A nutritious dish made with spinach puree and paneer, mildly spiced with garlic and garam masala.

   

5. Matar Paneer – Paneer cubes cooked with green peas in a tomato-onion gravy, making it a homely favorite.

   

6. Paneer Tikka – Marinated paneer cubes grilled or roasted, often served as an appetizer with mint chutney.

   

7. Malai Kofta – Deep-fried paneer dumplings in a creamy and mildly spiced tomato-based gravy.

   

8. Paneer Bhurji – Scrambled paneer cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices, often served with paratha.

   

9. Achari Paneer – A tangy, pickle-flavored paneer dish made with mustard seeds, fennel, and other Indian spices.

   

10. Dum Paneer – Slow-cooked paneer in a rich, aromatic gravy, often infused with saffron or smoky flavors.

    

11. Paneer Lababdar – A decadent dish with grated and cubed paneer cooked in a luscious tomato and cashew-based gravy.

Which one is your favorite? 😋