no garlic no onion paneer kolhapuri

to make kolhapuri masala:

in a heavy bottomed pan, roast all the listed ingrediants for kolhapuri masala on low flame until you can get aromatic smell coming from the spices

once roasted, transfer to a bowl and allow it to cool slightly

once the roasted spices cools down blend this to a fine powder

kolhapuri masala is ready, keep aside

to make paneer kolhapuri:

grind the tomatoes, green chilies, ginger and cashews in a mixer jar to make a fine paste

cut paneer into squares

heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds

when it starts crackling add asafoetida and red chillies

next add tomato-cashew paste and saute until raw smell goes

add salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder and kolhapuri masala

add 2 tbsp water and cook until oil separates from the gravy

now add 1/2 cup water and let it simmer for few more minutes

add chopped coriander and paneer chunks

give a nice stir and then cook for 2-3 minutes

transfer paneer kolhapuri in a serving bowl

serve this super yummy paneer kolhapuri with rice, chapati, naan or paranthas