(GREEN PEAS AND HOMEMADE INDIAN CHEESE IN SPICY TOMATO SAUCE)
vegetarian

This recipe was originally shared in the community class, "Warming Indian Flavors" led by Rama Sidhar on February 22, 2012.

Spice Mix
1 tsp fennel powder
1 tsp ginger powder
1/2 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp sugar
2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon powder


Mutter Paneer
2 - 3 Tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seed
1 medium onion, finely chopped or grated
Spice mix (above)           
1 tsp salt
2 - 3 Tbsp tomato paste
2 c frozen peas, defrosted and cooked for 3 minutes in microwave
2 c water
2 Tbsp yogurt, whipped (or use half and half or cream)
1 tsp garam masala
1 c diced paneer (store bought or home-made)

Heat oil in a sauce pan.  Add cumin seeds, let them sputter.  Add onion, over medium heat stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Add mixed spices and keep stirring for 2 to 3 minutes.  Add salt. Add 2 Tbsp tomato paste and stir until oil separates. Add peas and water. Cook over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes.

Add yogurt, garam masala and cheese. Carefully stir. Garnish with cilantro.