Pieces of soft paneer swimming in an indulgent and creamy gravy: How could you go wrong with this one? Paneer Butter Masala is sure to become your favorite meatless meal thanks to the simplicity and ease of making it in the Instant Pot.
Paneer Butter Masala
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion diced small
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (3-4 cloves depending on size)
- 1 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes
- 14 ounces of refrigerated paneer cut into small cubes- found at most indian stores
- 1 package Shan Butter Chicken Masala powder (this is vegetarian)
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream- reserve ¼ cup
- ½ cup water
- We did not add salt to our recipe to due to the masala already containing enough salt.
- 1 tablespoon butter -keep aside to add after pressure cooking
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream- keep aside to add after pressure cooking
Instructions
- Turn on InstantPot to SAUTE mode and wait until the screen reads “HOT”
- Add oil to pot
- Add Paneer cubes to pot and gently turn them until all sides are lightly browned
- Remove paneer to a separate bowl or plate
- Still on SAUTE mode, Add butter to the Instant Pot
- Add onions
- Allow onions to saute for 3 minutes-stirring occasionally until translucent-use a glass lid to cover the pot
- Add garlic -saute for 1 minute
- Add crushed tomatoes
- Add Butter Chicken masala
- Add whipping cream (be sure to save ¼ cup for later)
- Add water
- Mix well to incorporate all ingredients
- Close InstantPot lid to lock it
- Turn vent on the lid to CLOSE VENT to prevent steam from escaping
- Press CANCEL/OFF button on InstantPot to turn off
- Set pot to MANUAL mode
- Set to HIGH PRESSURE
- Set timer to 5 minutes
- Once timer goes off, Manually release the steam by opening the vent. The silver prong will drop back into the lid. BE CAREFUL OF THE HOT STEAM
- Press CANCEL/OFF button on InstantPot to turn off
- Open the lid and add in the additional butter and whipping cream
- Press the SAUTE button
- Add the browned paneer cubes into the gravy and allow to simmer for 2 minutes
- Stir well until completely incorporated
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Serving suggestion:
Serve with your favorite naan, roti, paratha, rice, biryani or whatever you please.
Variations:
For the tomato component, you may also use fresh blended tomatoes
VEGAN VARIATION: Omit the Butter and use oil. You may make a paste out of blended cashews and water instead of the whipping cream and add it after pressure cooking. Instead of Paneer, use tofu, vegetables of your choice, or chickpeas.
Serve with your favorite naan, roti, paratha, rice, biryani or whatever you please.
Variations:
For the tomato component, you may also use fresh blended tomatoes
VEGAN VARIATION: Omit the Butter and use oil. You may make a paste out of blended cashews and water instead of the whipping cream and add it after pressure cooking. Instead of Paneer, use tofu, vegetables of your choice, or chickpeas.
