Paneer Jalfrazie

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups cubed paneer
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add bell pepper, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pepper is softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, peas, and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Carefully stir in the paneer cubes and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
5. Garnish with cilantro and serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Paneer is a type of fresh cheese common in South Asian cuisine.
• Jalfrazie is a type of Indian curry.
• Garam masala is a popular spice blend used in Indian cooking.