Classic North Indian Paneer Do Pyaza Recipe That Feels Like Home

By Shreya Sarpal

January 16, 2026

Bold onion sweetness meets creamy paneer in a restaurant-style curry worth mastering. This Paneer do pyaza recipe focuses on timing onions and spices so each bite delivers depth, aroma, and comforting richness without heavy gravy.

Ingredients

200 g cubed paneer 2 cups cubed onion petals 2 tbsp oil 1 tbsp butter 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste 1 cup tomato puree 1 tsp coriander powder ½ tsp red chilli powder ½ tsp garam masala 1 tsp salt

Step 1

Heat oil and butter in a pan, then add half the onions and sauté till lightly caramelised.

Step 2

Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw aroma disappears.

Step 3

Pour in tomato puree, add spices and salt, and cook till oil separates.

Step 4

Add paneer cubes and remaining onions; mix gently to avoid breaking paneer.

Step 5

Cook for 3-4 minutes, sprinkle garam masala, and serve hot with naan or roti.