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    Indian Paneer Curry Recipe with Beans

    Published: Jun 28, 2021 by Pavani · 23 Comments

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    Looking for a different paneer recipe to serve with chapati or roti? Then try this creamy and delicious paneer curry with beans. An easy to make dish that requires basic pantry ingredients and spices.

    A spicy and hearty side dish with double dose of protein from paneer and beans. Tomato puree, spinach, spices and a dash of cream bring the whole curry together. Try this Indian style paneer side dish for chapati or even rice and I am sure you will love it!!

    Top view of a steel bowl with paneer and white bean curry

    Table of contents

    • About the Recipe
    • Why I like this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • You might also like

    About the Recipe

    My family loves paneer, especially the kids. They can eat it every single day. Which is why I am always on the lookout for new recipes. Some of my favorite dishes are paneer pudina pulao, hara butter paneer masala and paneer masala dosa.

    This paneer curry recipe is inspired from MasterChef Australia series. They have some amazing recipes that look gorgeous and sound exotic. This is one of the few vegetarian dishes that I was able to find in their vast database.

    The original MasterChef recipe has 3 types of beans, halloumi cheese and even lentils. That is a little overkill in the protein department. So to make it more weeknight friendly, my version only includes paneer and beans. But I did not skimp on flavor.

    The tomato puree, spices and a splash of cream make this an absolutely delicious side dish. Leftovers taste even better the next day. This paneer beans curry Indian style is great to serve with chapati or roti. I love to serve it with yogurt flatbread.

    Copper bottom bowl with paneer curry with white beans

    Why I like this recipe

    • Perfect vegetarian side dish with double dose of protein
    • Easy to make recipe
    • Needs only basic pantry staple ingredients and spices
    • Fancy enough to make for parties
    • Delicious to serve with both roti and rice
    • Leftovers taste even more amazing

    Ingredients

    For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here are the ingredients you need to make this paneer curry with beans:

    • Paneer - either homemade or store-bought. But if you don't have access to paneer, then feel free to substitute with halloumi cheese.
    • Beans - use any of your favorite beans. I love using white beans, like great northern, butter beans or cannellini, in this recipe. But you can use red kidney beans or black eyed peas or even chickpeas.
    • Spinach - I usually add whatever greens I have on hand - kale or swiss chard are great options as well.
    Ingredients needed - details in recipe card

    Other ingredients you need are:

    • Tomatoes - I use both tomato paste and tomato puree or sauce in this recipe. Tomato paste gives a nice depth of umami flavor to the curry base. You can also puree fresh tomatoes and use them here as well.
    • Mustard seeds - these are not typically added to paneer curries. But I love the flavor they add. Feel free to omit them.
    • Curry leaves and green chilies
    • Spices - ground cumin & coriander, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric and salt
    • Heavy Cream - this is totally optional, but I like the creaminess it adds to the dish. You can use cashew or almond butter instead to make it vegan

    Instructions

    For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.

    This is how to make paneer curry with beans:

    Heat oil in a pan; add mustard seeds and once they pop add green chilies, curry leaves and onions. Cook on medium heat until the onions turn translucent. Add ginger+garlic paste and cook till fragrant. Next add in the tomato paste and cook for couple minutes.

    Step by step photos showing the cooking of onions

    Add tomato puree and stir in the spices. Cook till the mixture starts to simmer. Stir in chopped spinach and cook till wilted.

    Adding tomato puree, spices and spinach

    Stir in the beans and paneer. Add enough water to get to desired consistency. Season with salt and cook covered for the flavors to mingle. Finally add heavy cream, if using, and cook till heated through.

    Adding beans, paneer and cream to the curry

    Turn off the heat, cover and set aside for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve with roti or rice.

    Tray with steel bowl of paneer curry, flatbread and a bowl of yogurt

    Expert Tips

    • Feel free to use any type of beans you have on hand. My favorite is white beans like cannellini or great northern. But even red kidney beans or chickpeas or even black eyed peas are great in this recipe.
    • Make sure to stir and cook tomato paste in oil to enhance the flavor.
    • I love using tomato paste in tube because it is convenient to use and keeps well in the fridge.
    • Substitute spinach with other veggies like peppers, broccoli etc.
    • To make this curry vegan, substitute paneer with extra firm tofu and cream with almond butter or ground almonds.
    • You can make this paneer curry at least 2 days ahead of time. In which case, add the cream just before serving.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve. Warm in a microwave until evenly heated though.
    • Great to serve as side for chapati/ roti or even rice.

    You might also like

    Here are a few more Indian recipes with beans that you might like:

    • Palak Moong (Spinach Mung beans) Vegan Recipe
    • Sprouted Matki Pulao (Moth Beans Pilaf)
    • Rajma Chawal (Red Kidney Bean Curry with Rice)
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      Alasanda Vada Recipe
    Copper bowl with paneer curry topped with cilantro

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    Tray with a bowl of paneer curry, roti and bowl of yogurt

    Paneer & Beans Curry

    Hearty, spicy and absolutely delicious Paneer and white bean curry. It’s great to serve with any Indian bread or rice.
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
    Total Time: 30 minutes mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Indian, north indian
    Servings: 4 Servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
    • 2 Green Chilies
    • 6~8 Curry leaves
    • 1 Medium Onion, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon Ginger+garlic paste
    • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
    • 1 cup Tomato puree
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • ½~1 teaspoon Red Chili powder, adjust as per taste preference
    • 1 teaspoon Garam masala
    • 4 cups Baby Spinach, chopped
    • 1 15oz. can of Beans, rinsed & drained (about 1½cups cooked beans)
    • 1½ cups Paneer cubes
    • ¼ cup Heavy Cream (optional)
    • To taste salt
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    Instructions

    • Heat oil in a large pan on medium heat. Add mustard seeds and once they start popping, add green chilies, curry leaves and onions. Cook on medium heat until the onions turn translucent, about 4~5 minutes. Add ginger+garlic paste and cook for another 1 minute. Next add in the tomato paste and cook for 1~2 minutes.
    • Stir in tomato puree, spices and cook till the mixture starts to simmer.
    • Add the chopped spinach and cook till wilted, about 3~4 minutes. Stir in the beans and paneer. Add enough water to get to desired consistency. Season with salt and cook covered for the flavors to mingle, about 6~8 minutes.
    • Finally add heavy cream, if using, and cook till heated through, about 1~2 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover and set aside for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve with roti or rice.

    Notes

    • Feel free to use any type of beans you have on hand. My favorite is white beans like cannellini or great northern. But even red kidney beans or chickpeas or even black eyed peas are great in this recipe.
    • Make sure to stir and cook tomato paste in oil to enhance the flavor.
    • I love using tomato paste in tube because it is convenient to use and keeps well in the fridge.
    • Substitute spinach with other veggies like peppers, broccoli etc.
    • To make this curry vegan, substitute paneer with extra firm tofu and cream with almond butter or ground almonds.
    • You can make this paneer curry at least 2 days ahead of time. In which case, add the cream just before serving.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve. Warm in a microwave until evenly heated though.
    • Great to serve as side for chapati/ roti or even rice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 397kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 572mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4084IU | Vitamin C: 361mg | Calcium: 545mg | Iron: 3mg
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    Comments

    1. Varada

      January 25, 2019 at 9:05 pm

      The platter looks great. The gravy looks so creamy. White beans and paneer is a very interesting combination.

      Reply
    2. Usha

      January 28, 2019 at 7:49 am

      Curry is creamy, hearty and wholesome. Perfect for parties and special occasions.

      Reply
    3. Srivalli Jetti

      January 28, 2019 at 5:58 am

      The curry looks fantastic Pavani, so creamy and inviting...the whole combination looks so good!

      Reply
    4. Vaishali Sabnani

      January 28, 2019 at 10:18 pm

      The beans and paneer combo is unique , full of protein . A lovely flavourful curry which is so rich !

      Reply
    5. Rajani

      January 29, 2019 at 3:53 pm

      The sauce looks silky and smooth. I guess it’s the Puréed tomato and cream that does it. Perfect with paneer!

      Reply
    6. Sushma

      January 30, 2019 at 6:50 pm

      I love white beans, beans and paneer gravy looks so nice and creamy.

      Reply
    7. harini

      January 31, 2019 at 1:13 pm

      OMG! This curry looks so inviting and creamy. I am sure this will be an ideal for everyday or party menu

      Reply
    8. Suma Gandlur

      January 31, 2019 at 7:14 pm

      That sounds like one rich curry even without the cheese addition. Beans and paneer in that creamy base sounds wonderful.

      Reply
    9. Gayathri Kumar

      February 03, 2019 at 7:54 am

      That is a wonderful protein packed side dish for soft rotis. Any curry with paneer is a winner for me. The platter looks absolutely inviting.

      Reply
    10. Kalyani

      February 04, 2019 at 6:01 am

      Indian dish in a masterchef series - now I regret not having chosen this theme .. next time perhaps.. :_ this curry looks protein packed and full of flavour.. .

      Reply
    11. Renu

      February 08, 2019 at 10:19 am

      I just want to enjoy this straight away. It looks so so yummy and flavourful.

      Reply
    12. Vandana

      July 04, 2021 at 11:53 pm

      5 stars
      Paneer and white beans curry sounds so delicious and nutritious too. I became vegetarian a few years back so I keep on looking for more interesting ideas to add protein to my diet. This curry sounds perfect, will try it soon.

      Reply
    13. Mayuri Patel

      July 05, 2021 at 1:50 pm

      5 stars
      This is a lovely recipe Pavani, paneer curry with beans. A good way to enjoy both paneer and beans. I usually cook paneer with peas or corn. I have some fresh kidney beans and now know how to use them up.. but making this recipe.

      Reply
    14. Bless my food by Payal

      July 06, 2021 at 12:28 am

      5 stars
      This recipe do carry the Ingredients we usually cook independently but never combined them together in one recipe. The unusual combo of paneer and beans sounds interesting and probably delicious too.

      Reply
    15. Seema Sriram

      July 06, 2021 at 1:08 am

      5 stars
      Love the silky texture of the curry. I like the addition of mustard seeds, I will try that the next time, very interesting.

      Reply
    16. Lata Lala

      July 07, 2021 at 11:28 am

      5 stars
      A double dose of Protien in spicy and hearty dish with paneer and beans sounds so flavorful. Along with Tomato puree, spinach, spices and a dash of cream makes this curry more delectable. I have never paired these two ingredients ever to make something. Sounds so interesting.

      Reply
    17. Poonam bachhav

      July 09, 2021 at 10:44 am

      5 stars
      Paneer with white beans sounds so healthy and nutritious ! Love the creamy texture of this protein rich curry.

      Reply
    18. Padma Veeranki

      July 09, 2021 at 1:47 pm

      5 stars
      This is such an inviting platter...Panner combined with beans sounds so healthy! This is a nutritious & wholesome curry...Love the creamy texture...will try it soon!

      Reply
    19. Sapana

      July 09, 2021 at 5:02 pm

      5 stars
      I have ever cooked paneer with beans. After reading your recipe I am tempted to try it wala soon. I am sure the combination of paneer and beans must be super delicious.

      Reply
    20. Sasmita Sahoo

      July 10, 2021 at 4:06 am

      5 stars
      Ahaaaa paneer and beans comb in this curry sounds super delicious!
      I would love to enjoy with some hot paratha. and also like versatile use of any lentil to make it

      Reply
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