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अचारी पनीर की रेसिपी | पंजाबी अचारी पनीर | रेस्तराँ शैली अचारी पनीर | स्वस्थ अचारी पनीर - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Achari Paneer in Hindi)


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about achari paneer
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how to make achari paneer
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achari paneer recipe | Punjabi achari paneer | restaurant style achari paneer | healthy achari paneer | with 19 amazing images.

achari paneer recipe is also called Punjabi achari paneer and we made it restaurant style achari paneer. This is an Indian curry made of cottage cheese (paneer), onions, curds and lots of spices.

Paneer is the most commonly consumed source of protein for vegetarians. Due to its bland flavour and ability to absorb any flavour as in this Punjabi achari paneer recipe.

Achari paneer is an aromatic accompaniment, which imbibes its flavour from a mixture of seeds used in the seasoning.

Preparation for achari paneer takes no time and can be prepared in a jiffy. The restaurant style achari paneer is so easy and quick to make that you can include it to your everyday meal list. Achari paneer is made with pickling spices and is best relished with any Indian bread. The taste of the dish is tangy and pickly yet the dish is named as achari paneer, achar are usually tangy, sour and slightly spicy.

Make this super easy, quick and lip-smacking Punjabi sabzi for weekend lunch or dinner. Use mustard oil if available as it would enhance the taste of our restaurant style achari paneer and give it the perfect desired flavor. We have added plain flour which prevents the curd added in the gravy from curdling. You can also use besan.

See why we think this is a healthy achari paneer? Made from paneer which contains high quality protein and calcium which aids in weight loss. Since paneer is low in carbs and high in protein it gets digested slowly and hence good for diabetes. For diabetics, use low fat paneer.

Serve restaurant style achari paneer hot with rotis or butter naan.

Try other recipes like Achari Baingan or Chatakedar Paneer.

Enjoy achari paneer recipe | Punjabi achari paneer | restaurant style achari paneer | healthy achari paneer | with detailed step by step recipe photos and video below.

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Preparation Time:&nbsp &nbspCooking Time:&nbsp &nbspTotal Time:&nbsp &nbspMakes 2 servings
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Ingredients


For Achari Paneer
1 cup paneer (cottage cheese) cubes
1 tbsp oil
1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
1/4 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1/4 tsp fenugreek (methi) seeds
1 tsp nigella seeds (kalonji)
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1/2 cup thinly sliced onions
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp black salt (sanchal)
3/4 cup whisked curds (dahi)
1 tsp plain flour (maida)
2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
salt to taste

Method


For achari paneer

  1. To make achari paneer, heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the fennel seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, nigella seeds, cumin seeds and asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute.
  2. Add the onion and sauté on a medium flame for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the paneer, turmeric, chilli powder, black salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute, while stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the curds, plain flour, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
  5. Switch off the flame, add the coriander and salt and mix well.
  6. Serve the achari paneer hot with rice or rotis.

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Like Achari Paneer

  1. Paneer is the most commonly consumed source of protein for vegetarians. Due to its bland flavour and ability to absorb any flavour, it becomes a versatile ingredient. It is widely used in making a myriad of Punjabi subzis and becomes the topmost selling item in most Indian vegetarian restaurants. Likeachari paneer recipe | Punjabi achari paneer |restaurant style achari paneer | healthy achari paneer |then here are our collection of Punjabi paneer recipes and some recipes we love. that you’ll love:
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How to make Achari Paneer

  1. To prepareachari paneer recipe | Punjabi achari paneer |restaurant style achari paneer | healthy achari paneer |heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan. For an authentic flavour, use mustard oil instead of regular vegetable oil.
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  2. Once the oil is hot, add the fennel seeds.
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  3. Add mustard seeds.
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  4. Add fenugreek seeds. If you increase the quantity of sarson or methi, the achari paneer gravy will taste bitter.
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  5. Add nigella seeds.
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  6. Add cumin seeds.
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  7. Add asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute or until the achari spices are aromatic.
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  8. Add onion to achaari paneer.
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  9. Sauté on a medium flame for 2 minutes or until soft and translucent.
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  10. Add paneer. Learn how to make cottage cheese with detailed step by step photos and make fresh Paneer at home. Alternatively, you can buy readymade paneer from a local dairy or supermarket in fresh or frozen form. Ensure the paneer you are using is firm and not crumbly. You can also make use of tofu instead of paneer to prepare vegan achari tofu. Use boiled potatoes in place of paneer for making achari aloo.
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  11. Add turmeric.
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  12. Add chilli powder.
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  13. Add black salt toachari paneer | Punjabi achari paneer |restaurant style achari paneer | healthy achari paneer |
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  14. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute, while stirring occasionally.
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  15. Add whisked curd. Check out this recipe of Curd with detailed step by step images to learn how to make at home. This gives a mild sour taste and creamy texture to the achari paneer gravy.


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  16. Add plain flour. Alternatively, you can add besan. The addition of flour prevents the curd from curdling.
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  17. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring the achari paneer occasionally.
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  18. Switch off the flame, add the coriander.
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  19. Add salt and mix achari paneer | Punjabi achari paneer |restaurant style achari paneer | healthy achari paneer | well.
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  20. Serve achaari paneer hot with rice or rotis.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Q. My paneer crumbles when cooking. what should i do? Fresh paneer is very crumbly in nature. To firm up the paneer place it on kitchen paper and keep it in the fridge. Once the paneer looses excess moisture it will firm up and will be easier to cook with.

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Nutrient values (Abbrv)per serving

Energy381 cal
Protein13.4 g
Carbohydrates12.8 g
Fiber0.2 g
Fat29 g
Cholesterol12 mg
Sodium16.8 mg

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