Mutter Paneer -- Indian Cheese Curry

A fabulous vegetarian curry, which I got off a blog, www.route79.com -- taste and fall in love! You can add a finely chopped hot chilli if you want to spice it up.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 2-3

Ingredients

• 250  g paneer cheese, cubed
• 1  medium onion, chopped finely
• 1 (400 g) can chopped tomatoes
• 1  cup  frozen peas
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1  teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1  teaspoon turmeric
• 1  teaspoon ground cumin
• 1  teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1  teaspoon salt
•  oil, for frying
•  cilantro, chopped (to garnish)

Directions

1. Put a little bit of oil in a deep, heavy bottomed frying pan and brown the cheese, turning frequently so no sides burn. When it is browned, set aside on a plate.
2. Add more oil, if needed, to the pan and throw in the onions.
3. Let them fry until golden, then add the garlic and spices.
4. Fry some more for a couple minutes, then add the tin of tomatoes and about 1/2 cup of water.
5. Let simmer for about five minutes, then put in the fried cheese and peas and simmer covered over a low heat for about 20 minutes.
6. Check the consistency and simmer some more if needed to bring it down to a thickness you like.
7. Serve with rice and other Indian curries of your choice.