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Creamy Cashew Paneer Curry
Creamy Cashew Paneer Curry

Creamy Cashew Paneer Curry

with coriander and fragrant pilau rice

Paneer—an Indian cheese often served fried until golden—pairs wonderfully with creamy curries. Both creme fraiche and cashews contribute to the silky smooth texture of this lightly spiced dish.

Tags:
Blender Needed
Veggie
Quick
Climate Conscious
Allergens:
Cashewnoten
Tree nuts
Milk

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Total25 minutes
Cooking Time15 minutes
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

Serving amount

150 grams

Rice

20 grams

Cashew Nuts

1 pack(s)

Passata

1 sachet(s)

Ground Turmeric

5 grams

Coriander

1 unit(s)

Onion

220 grams

Creme Fraiche

1 sachet(s)

Vegetable Stock

200 grams

Paneer

2 sachet(s)

Tandoori Masala Mix

Not included in your delivery

½ tsp

Sugar

to taste

Oil

to taste

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Water

to taste

Sugar

to taste

Butter

Nutrition Values

Energy (kJ)4366 kJ
Energy (kcal)1044 kcal
Fat55.6 g
of which saturates31.9 g
Carbohydrate95.1 g
of which sugars16 g
Dietary Fiber5.5 g
Protein36.6 g
Salt3.3 g
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region. Nutrition for uncooked ingredients based on 2 person recipe, excludes Pantry Items.

Utensils

Immersion blender
Pot with Lid

Cooking Steps

Make the Pilau
1
  • Rinse the rice to remove excess starch. Place a pot over medium-high heat with 300ml water (per 2P), turmeric and stock.
  • Bring to the boil then add the rice.
  • Once boiling, lower the heat to medium and cover with the lid. 
  • Cook for 10 mins, then remove the pot from the heat.
  • Keep covered for another 10 mins or until ready to serve (the rice will continue to cook in its own steam).
Cook the Paneer
2
  • Cut the paneer into 2cm cubes.
    Place a pan (preferably non-stick) over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.
  • Once hot, add the paneer then season with half the tandoori masala spice, salt and pepper.
  • Fry until golden all over, 5-8 mins. Turn regularly to brown it evenly.
  • Once golden, transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper.
Simmer the Sauce
3
  • Meanwhile, halve, peel and chop the onion into small pieces.
  • Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.
  • Fry the onion until softened, 3-4 mins. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Blend the cashews and creme fraiche.
  • Add the remaining tandoori masala spice to the pan and cook for 1 min. Add paneercashew cream, passata, ½ tsp sugar (per 2P) and a knob of butter. Cook for 5-7 mins.

TIP: No blender? No problem! Finely chop the cashews instead!

Finish and Serve
4
  • Taste the curry and season with salt, pepper and sugar. Loosen with a splash of water if you feel it's too thick.
  • Roughly chop the coriander (stalks and all).
  • Fluff up the pilau rice with a fork and serve alongside the creamy curry.
  • Finish with a sprinkling of coriander.