What is Achari Paneer?

Achari Paneer is a traditional vegetarian dish from Punjab, India. It is known for its authentic regional flavors and is a staple of Punjab cuisine.

How long does it take to cook Achari Paneer?

Achari Paneer takes approximately 30 mins to cook, plus about 15 minutes of preparation time. The difficulty level is Easy.

What are the main ingredients in Achari Paneer?

The main ingredients in Achari Paneer include: Paneer, cubed, Yogurt, Onion, chopped, Tomatoes, chopped, Ginger-garlic paste, Mustard seeds.

Achari Paneer

Name: Achari Paneer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Punjab Indian
Ingredients: 400g Paneer, cubed; 150g Yogurt; 2piece Onion, chopped; 2piece Tomatoes, chopped; 25g Ginger-garlic paste; 5g Mustard seeds; 5g Fennel seeds; 3g Nigella seeds (kalonji); 3g Fenugreek seeds; 3g Cumin seeds; 3piece Dry red chillies; 20g Mango pickle (achar); 40ml Oil; 8g Salt

An authentic vegetarian recipe from Punjab, India

📍From Punjab

Cook Time

30 mins

Servings

4 servings

Difficulty

Easy

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Ingredients

For 4 servings

400g Paneer, cubed

150g Yogurt

2piece Onion, chopped

2piece Tomatoes, chopped

25g Ginger-garlic paste

5g Mustard seeds

5g Fennel seeds

3g Nigella seeds (kalonji)

3g Fenugreek seeds

3g Cumin seeds

3piece Dry red chillies

20g Mango pickle (achar)

40ml Oil

8g Salt

14 ingredients needed

💡 Pro Tip: Gather all ingredients before you start cooking for a smooth preparation process.

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Cooking Instructions

Follow these step-by-step instructions to prepare this authentic dish

Heat oil. Add mustard seeds, fennel, kalonji, fenugreek, and cumin (the panch phoran pickle spices). Add dry red chillies. Let splutter 30 seconds.

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Add onions and cook until golden.

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Add ginger-garlic paste and cook 2 minutes.

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Add tomatoes and cook until soft.

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Add mango pickle and its oil. Stir well.

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Add yogurt in batches, stirring each addition.

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Cook on medium heat until oil separates.

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Add paneer cubes. Coat gently in the achari gravy.

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Simmer 5 minutes. Adjust salt (note: pickle is salty).

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Serve garnished with coriander alongside naan or rice.

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Chef's Tips

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The pickle spices (panch phoran + mango pickle) give this dish its sharp, tangy character.

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Use good quality mango pickle — the oil from the pickle is particularly flavourful.

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Go easy on adding extra salt — the pickle contributes significant saltiness.

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Achari paneer is a Punjabi favourite that pairs especially well with laccha paratha.

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About This Dish

Achari Paneer is a traditional vegetarian dish from Punjab, India. This authentic recipe provides exact measurements for cooking 4 servings.

- The pickle spices (panch phoran + mango pickle) give this dish its sharp, tangy character. - Use good quality mango pickle — the oil from the pickle is particularly flavourful. - Go easy on adding extra salt — the pickle contributes significant saltiness. - Achari paneer is a Punjabi favourite that pairs especially well with laccha paratha.

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