Achari Malai Paneer

The name may seem a bit intimidating for you, but in reality it is a soothing and yummy dish and a perfect accompaniment with Chappathi or naan. I was on the lookout for some new paneer recipes when this one crossed my eye. I immediately  decided to make it and it became an instant hit. Try it.

Ingredients

1 cup paneer, cubed (cottage cheese)
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1⁄4 teaspoon mustard seeds
5 -6 fenugreek seeds
1⁄2 teaspoon cumin seed
1⁄2 teaspoon asafetida powder
1 cup onion, sliced
1⁄2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
1⁄2 teaspoon black salt
3⁄4 cup yogurt
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon oil
salt

Directions

Mix the fennel seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds and asafetida in a small bowl.
Heat the oil and add the seed mixture.
When they crackle, add the onion and sauté till it turns translucent.
Add the paneer, turmeric, chili powder, black salt and stir for some time.
Add the yogurt, sprinkle the plain flour and mix well.
Add  salt and bring to a boil. Serve hot.