VegetarianLunchNorth India

Restaurant Style Paneer Butter Masala

Restaurant Style Paneer Butter Masala is a vegetarian lunch from North India. It is made with paneer, tomato and cream. One serving has about 380 kcal, 18 g protein, 20 g carbs and 28 g fat.

Did you know? This Mughlai-inspired dish is a vegetarian restaurant staple. The key is slow-cooking tomato puree with cashew paste for silkiness. Authentic versions use fresh cream and butter without skimping. Some chefs smoke the gravy with charcoal for depth. The paneer is typically fried lightly before adding. During festivals, it's garnished with silver leaf. The dish likely evolved from murgh makhani (butter chicken) for vegetarian patrons. Best enjoyed with naan or jeera rice. The balance of sweet and spicy is crucial.

Updated 15 June 2025 · nutrition is an estimate per serving