Matar Paneer is a classic North Indian dish that combines soft paneer (Indian cottage cheese) with green peas in a rich and flavorful tomato-based curry. Here's a simple recipe:   ### Ingredients:   - **Paneer:** 200g, cubed - **Green Peas (Matar):** 1 cup - **Tomatoes:** 3 medium-sized, pureed - **Onion:** 1 large, finely chopped - **Ginger-Garlic Paste:** 1 tablespoon - **Green Chilies:** 1-2, chopped - **Cumin Seeds:** 1 teaspoon - **Turmeric Powder:** 1/2 teaspoon - **Coriander Powder:** 1 teaspoon - **Cumin Powder:** 1/2 teaspoon - **Garam Masala:** 1 teaspoon - **Kashmiri Red Chili Powder:** 1/2 teaspoon (for color, adjust to taste) - **Cream or Cashew Paste:** 2 tablespoons (optional) - **Oil or Ghee:** 2 tablespoons - **Salt:** to taste - **Fresh Coriander Leaves:** for garnish   ### Instructions:   1. **Sauté Paneer:** Lightly fry the paneer cubes in a pan until they turn golden brown. Set aside.   2. **Sauté Cumin Seeds:** In the same pan, add cumin seeds to hot oil. Allow them to splutter.   3. **Add Onions:** Add finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.   4. **Add Ginger-Garlic Paste:** Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.   5. **Add Tomato Puree:** Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the masala.   6. **Spices:** Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a couple of minutes.   7. **Add Peas:** Add green peas to the masala and cook for a few minutes.   8. **Add Paneer:** Add the sautéed paneer cubes to the mixture. Mix gently to coat the paneer with the masala.   9. **Cream or Cashew Paste (Optional):** If using, add cream or cashew paste at this stage to make the curry creamier.   10. **Simmer:** Add a cup of water, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.   11. **Garnish:** Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.   12. **Serve:** Matar Paneer is ready to be served. Enjoy it hot with naan, roti, or rice.   This Matar Paneer recipe delivers a delicious and creamy curry that's a perfect blend of spices and textures.