If you thought paneer was boring and there’s not much you can do with it, you’d be so wrong. From the simplest of dishes to some really elaborate preparations, there’s a lot you can do with this simple milk product. And when it comes to using paneer in Mughlai food, the Shahi Paneer is a popular favorite. This dish is made with tomatoes, onions, ground cashews, butter, and cream, with the addition of paneer cubes and different types of spices. The ultimate result is a decadent curry and if you get good quality paneer, it will not only melt in your mouth but make your heart really happy.
In this article, we’ve curated a list of some of the best Shahi Paneer masalas available online that will let you make this delicious treat quite easily.
DPS Shahi Paneer Masala
This Shahi Paneer Masala from DPS is an FSSAI-approved product and contains cashew nuts. It contains three packets of the spice mix, each weighing 100 gm.
Everest Shahi paneer Masala
The Everest Shahi Paneer Masala is a blend of pure spices and helps in elevating the taste of Shahi Paneer. This comes in a 100-gm pack.
SDS Shahi Paneer Masala
This Shahi Paneer Masala contains all the spices that you might need to add to the dish, including salt even. The combo pack contains six packs of the spice mix and each weighs 40 gm.
MDH Shahi Paneer
One of the oldest masala brands in the country, MDH’s Shahi Paneer Masala mix is rich in spices and will definitely add a lot of flavor to your dish. The pack weighs 100 gms.
Roopak Shahi Paneer Masala
This is a premium quality Shahi Paneer Masala from Roopak, a popular spice mix manufacturer based in Delhi. This Shahi Paneer Masala is prepared using best quality ingredients. It is packaged in a small bottle and weighs 100 gm.
In India, Shahi Paneer is mainly eaten with traditional flat breads such as rotis and naans. The term ‘shahi‘ means ‘royalty’ and is derived from the title ‘shahenshah‘.