Paneer Tikka Masala

If you’ve ever been to an Indian restaurant and fallen in (Paneer Tikka Masala)love with that smoky, creamy, slightly spicy Paneer Tikka Masala, you’ll be happy to know it’s actually pretty easy to recreate at home – and it tastes even better when you make it fresh! This North Indian classic combines two of our favorite things: tandoor-grilled paneer tikka cubes and a rich, buttery tomato-onion gravy. Don’t worry if you don’t have a tandoor – your regular oven, grill pan, or even a non-stick frying pan works perfectly. Let’s make the best paneer tikka masala recipe you’ve ever tasted. Credit: Ai genarated image Ingredients (Serves 4–5) (How to Make Paneer Tikka Masala at Home) For the Paneer Tikka For the Marinade For the Gravy (Masala) Credit: Ai genarated image Step-by-Step Method Step 1: Marinate the Paneer Step 2: Grill the Paneer Tikka Keep the grilled pieces aside. Credit: Ai genarated image Step 3: Make the Silky Gravy Step 4: Combine | Step | What to Do | | 1 | Whisk curd smoothly → add all marinade spices → taste (should be slightly salty) → coat paneer & veggies → refrigerate 1–4 hours | | 2 | Grill paneer & veggies: Oven 220°C for 12–15 min OR grill pan on stove till charred edges → keep aside | | 3 | Heat butter + oil → add whole spices → fry onion paste till golden → add ginger-garlic paste | | 4 | Add tomato puree + dry spices → cook till oil separates (8–10 min) | | 5 | Add cashew paste + ½ cup water → simmer 5 min → add garam masala, kasuri methi, salt, sugar, cream | | 6 | Add grilled paneer tikka → simmer 4–5 minutes on low flame | | 7 | Garnish with coriander & extra cream swirl Credit: Ai genarated image Serving Suggestions Serve hot with butter naan, lachha paratha, tandoori roti, or jeera rice. A side of onion rings with lemon never hurts! Read More Recipes: Palak Paneer Recipe – The Ultimate Creamy Spinach and Paneer Curry Everyone Loves Pro Tips for Restaurant-Style Paneer Tikka Masala There you have it – creamy, smoky, restaurant-style Paneer Tikka Masala made right in your kitchen. Once you try this version, you’ll never order it outside again! Happy cooking! – Vaskar ❤️