Matar Paneer

Ingredients per two people
paneer, cut into cubes
passata
frozen peas
an onion
oil for frying
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp Chinese 5-spices
1 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp chili
a few cardamom pods
1 garlic clove, crushed
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Equipment
frying pan
knife

time:
frying paneer, onion, cooking other ingedients

Cooking process

Fry the paneer cubes for 2–3 minutes, turning once until golden brown on each side. Remove the paneer and set aside to drain on kitchen paper.
Fry the chopped onion for around 6–8 minutes until soft, stirring frequently.
Add the spices and fry until amalgamated.
Stir in the passata and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
Add the paneer, mix well and simmer for a few minutes to allow the cheese to take on the flavours.
Add a generous splash of water to loosen and then stir in the peas. Simmer for a further 2–3 minutes to cook the peas.