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Instant Pot butter paneer

Paneer, butter, cream, rice. Restaurant sauce, home pot.

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Instant Pot butter paneerInstant Pot butter paneer

$2.83 a serving · 28 min

  • Under 30 min
  • Makes leftovers
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free
  • Nut-free
  • PCOS-friendly
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Thyroid-friendly
  • Indian-inspired
  • Comfort food
  • Family friendly
  • Cheese

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $11.30 if you cook for four.

Protein
24g
Carbs
42g
Time
28 min

Ingredients

Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

  • Onions1
  • Garlic1
  • Fresh cilantro4 tsp

Dairy & eggs

  • Paneer5 oz
  • Butter1 oz
  • Heavy cream1 fl oz

Pantry

  • Canned diced tomatoes1
  • Rice3 oz

Spices

  • Garam masala1 tsp
  • Salt & pepper1 tsp

How to cook it

  1. 1

    Sauté onion and garlic in butter in the Instant Pot, then add tomatoes and garam masala.

  2. 2

    Nestle in paneer, add rinsed rice and water, and pressure cook until the rice is done.

  3. 3

    Release, stir through cream, and finish with cilantro.

People also ask

What to serve with Instant Pot butter paneer?
Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Chicken fajitas, or Thai green chicken curry. Those sit in the same style as Instant Pot butter paneer and keep the grocery list from exploding.
Can you meal prep Instant Pot butter paneer?
Yes. Instant Pot butter paneer holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. cheese and the sides reheat without falling apart.
How long does Instant Pot butter paneer last in the fridge?
3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
Is Instant Pot butter paneer vegetarian?
Yes. Instant Pot butter paneer is vegetarian.
Is Instant Pot butter paneer gluten-free?
Yes. Instant Pot butter paneer is gluten free.

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