Shahi Paneer is a popular North Indian dish known for its rich, creamy, and flavorful gravy. It is often served in restaurants but can also be made easily at home with simple ingredients.

Step-by-Step Preparation:

 1. Prepare the Base Ingredients:

Chop onions, tomatoes, ginger, and green chilies. Soak cashews or almonds in warm water to soften them. To keep the paneer cubes soft, you can immerse them in warm water for a few minutes.

2. Cook the Base Mixture:

Heat oil or butter in a pan. Add whole spices such as cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and cumin seeds. Sauté until fragrant. Then add onions, ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Cook until the onions turn soft or light brown. Add the chopped tomatoes and soaked nuts. Cook until the mixture becomes soft and mushy.

3. Cool and Blend:

Allow the mixture to cool completely. Transfer it to a blender and make a smooth paste. For a silky restaurant-style texture, strain the paste through a fine sieve.

4.Prepare the Gravy:

In another pan, heat butter or oil. Add powdered spices like turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Sauté for a few seconds on low heat. Add the blended paste and mix well. Cook until the oil separates from the sides of the pan.

5.Simmer and Finish:

Add water or milk to adjust the consistency of the gravy. Bring it to a gentle boil. Stir in fresh cream, crushed kasoori methi, and salt. Add the paneer cubes and simmer on low heat for about two to five minutes until the paneer absorbs the flavors.

6.Garnish and Serve:

Turn off the heat and add garam masala. You can also add a few drops of kewra or rose water for a royal aroma. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves or a swirl of cream.

Shahi Paneer is now ready to serve. It goes perfectly with naan, roti, or steamed rice. This simple recipe brings a touch of royal flavor to your dining table.

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According to reports, the scooterist lost control after failing to notice a pothole on the road. Both the rider and the scooter toppled to the ground. At the same time, a private bus named Rajalakshmi (Route No. 15) was approaching from behind.

Bus driver Shashi, who was at the wheel, applied the brakes in time, preventing what could have been a major tragedy. The rider escaped with his life and avoided serious injury.

The terrifying incident was captured on the CCTV camera installed inside the bus, highlighting once again the dangers posed by pothole-ridden roads and the importance of alert driving.

Chamarajanagar: An incident has occurred in Madhuwana Halli village of Chamarajanagar where a committed suicide as there was no one to call her home for the Gauri Ganesh festival.

The deceased has been identified as Rashmi (32), the wife of Siddharaju, took her own life. Rashmi’s father, mother, and elder brother had already passed away. Therefore, it is said that Rashmi was distressed because there was no one to invite her home this time to offer turmeric and vermilion for the festival.

In the wake of the festival, Rashmi had made all the preparations to worship Lord Ganesha at her home. However, the absence of her relatives was haunting her.

It is said that she succumbed to the stress and hanged herself when no one was at home. A case has been registered at the rural police station in connection with this.