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Instant Pot Matar Paneer Recipe

A quick and delicious Instant Pot recipe for Matar Paneer, a popular North Indian dish made with green peas and paneer in a spiced tomato gravy.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 200 g paneer, cubed
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions: 

  • Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  • Stir in ginger-garlic paste, tomato puree, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add green peas and paneer cubes. Mix well.
  • Close the Instant Pot with the lid and set to manual high pressure for 5 minutes.
  • Once done, do a quick pressure release and open the lid. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Notes:

This recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Adjust the spices according to your taste.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Instant Pot, Matar Paneer, Vegetarian
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