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Herb Tomato Basil Rice with Grilled Paneer

Recipe by Your Food Lab

A one‑pot Indian‑Italian fusion meal where fragrant basmati rice is cooked in a homemade tomato‑basil sauce and served with paneer marinated in a pesto‑style basil blend and grilled to perfection. The dish is colorful, aromatic, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

MediumIndianServes 3

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Source Video
41m
Prep
44m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 35m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$8.27
Total cost
$2.76
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Washing and soaking the basmati rice properly.
  • Blending a smooth basil‑marinade for the paneer.
  • Marinating the paneer in the refrigerator.
  • Covering the pot with a cloth‑wrapped lid to trap steam.
  • Cooking the rice on low heat without stirring.
  • Resting the rice for 15‑20 minutes before fluffing.
  • Grilling the paneer until distinct grill marks appear.

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can cause burns; handle the grill pan carefully.
  • Steam from the covered pot is very hot—use oven mitts when removing the lid.
  • Sharp knives required for chopping vegetables and paneer.

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