Place of origin | India |
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Region or state | Delhi[1][2][3][4][5][6] |
Associated cuisine | Indian |
Similar dishes | Butter 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]