THE BUTTERED SAFFRON-BATONS

(Our Play on Paneer Pasanda / Stuffed Paneer)

THE BUTTERED SAFFRON-BATONS

Ingredients: 400g Paneer (cut into large triangles/sandwiches), 2 tbsp Mint chutney, 20g Crushed cashews, 200g Tomato passata, 100ml Cream, 50g Cashew paste, 1 tsp Cardamom, 1 tsp Turmeric, Saffron strands...

Ingredients

  • 400g Paneer (cut into large triangles/sandwiches)
  • 2 tbsp Mint chutney
  • 20g Crushed cashews
  • 200g Tomato passata
  • 100ml Cream
  • 50g Cashew paste
  • 1 tsp Cardamom
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • Saffron strands

Cooking Method

  1. The Build Stuff paneer triangles with the mint-cashew mix; sear in butter until golden.
  2. The Architect Sauté pureed onions until pale golden; add spices and a splash of water.
  3. The Simmer Add passata and cashew paste; bubble then stir in cream and saffron.
  4. The Marriage Slide paneer batons into the sauce; simmer for 3 minutes until velvety.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with fresh coriander and a drop of honey.

Cuisine: Indian

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