Paneer makhani

Paneer makhani
Paneer makhani
Place of originIndia
Region or stateDelhi[1][2][3][4][5][6]
Associated cuisineIndian
Similar dishesButter chicken, dal makhani

Paneer makhani (also called paneer butter masala) is an Indian dish of paneer, originating in New Delhi, in which the gravy is prepared usually with butter (makhan), tomatoes and cashews.[7] Spices such as red chili powder and garam masala are also used to prepare this gravy.

A survey found that paneer butter masala was one of the top five foods ordered in India.[8]

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