Shahi Paneer Rasam

A creamy and spicy rasam soup originating from the royal kitchens of India, made with paneer, spices, and a hint of lemon juice.

🛒 Ingredients

• 250g grams Paneer
• 1 cup Tomato puree
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cm Ginger
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 tsp Red chili powder
• 1/4 tsp Cumin powder
• 1/4 tsp Coriander powder
• 1/4 tsp Garam masala
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 bunch Fresh cilantro

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.

2. 2

   Add chopped onion, ginger, and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Add the spices (chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala) and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the tomato puree and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the paneer and cook until it's well coated with the spice mixture.

6. 6

   Add the lemon juice and stir well.

7. 7

   Season with salt to taste.

8. 8

   Serve hot garnished with fresh cilantro.

9. 9

   To make the soup thicker, you can add a little cornstarch or all-purpose flour to the spice mixture before adding it to the paneer.

10. 10

    If the soup is too thick, you can add a little water to thin it out.

💡 Pro Tips

To make this soup more authentic, you can add a splash of ghee (clarified butter) to the spice mixture for added richness. You can also add some chopped carrots or potatoes for added texture. Always use fresh and high-quality spices to get the best flavor.

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