A comfort classic made healthier with sun dried salt
Paneer Butter Masala is a beloved North Indian dish that brings together creamy tomato gravy, tender paneer cubes, and a touch of aromatic spices. But what if we told you this restaurant-style favourite can also be made with a health-first twist—right at home?
By using quality ingredients and the best salt for cooking, you can turn a classic into a nourishing delight. In our kitchen, that means one thing: cooking with Table Top sun dried salt – a natural, mineral-rich choice that’s better for your body and bursting with flavour.
Ingredients (Serves 2–3):
- 200g paneer (cubed, fresh or homemade)
- 2 medium tomatoes (pureed)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp butter (or fresh makkhan made at home)
- 1 tbsp cold-pressed oil (like sunflower or mustard)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste (or freshly crushed)
- 1 tsp red chilli powder
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 2 tbsp homemade malai (or low-fat milk for a lighter version)
- ½ tsp jaggery or sugar (optional)
- Table Top sun-dried iodized salt to taste
- Water, as needed
- Handful of fresh coriander (for garnish)
Why Choose Sun Dried Salt?
Method:
Step 3:
Add turmeric, red chilli, coriander powder and a pinch of Table Top sun-dried salt (start small—you can always adjust). Stir well.
Step 4:
Add a little water and let the mixture simmer for 3–4 minutes. For a smoother gravy, blend using a hand blender right in the kadai.
Step 5:
Add paneer cubes and sprinkle garam masala. Cook for 2 minutes, just enough to infuse flavour while keeping the protein intact.
Step 6:
Stir in homemade malai or a dash of milk for creaminess without the excess fat. Turn off the heat and let the flavours settle.
Step 7:
A Note on Salt, Health & Iodine
Table top sun dried salt is our go-to for daily cooking, since it is
enriched with iodine and retains most of it’s natural minerals. The
importance of iodised salt in your diet cannot be overstated. It’s
essential for thyroid health and especially important for growing
children. For all your meals, consider adding a dash of the best
iodised salt to meet your daily needs.
We also have a wide array of other heath-first salts to choose, like our Iron Plus salt, or Himalayan pink salt. Check us out on your favourite grocery app (Amazon, Flipkart).
Balance is key—and variety in your salt types for cooking can be
both healthy and flavourful.
Cooking isn’t just about taste—it’s about wellness. A mindful twist
on ingredients, like choosing sun dried salt over regular
vacuum-dried salt, can make a big difference. So next time you
prepare this creamy, comforting Paneer Butter Masala, remember:
a good recipe starts with a healthy salt.
