Paneer Pasta in desi style !!

Paneer and Pasta sounds a unique and interesting combo rt? I was doubtful about how our very own Indian Paneer n Italian Pasta would taste together in this fusion recipe. It turned out very flavourful and delicious. I made this pasta in fully desi style. The whole garam masala and the kasoori methi makes it simply superb and flavourful. No store bought sauce is used, instead I have used fresh tomatoes here to make a basic simple sauce.  I have used only the paneer or cottage cheese here, but if you want you can add some cheese at the end. We all enjoyed this " ekdam desi style pasta " :)

You need...

1.5 cups Pasta

1 cup grated Paneer

1 Onion finely chopped

3-4 medium size Tomatoes

2 Garlic cloves finely chopped

Whole Masala: 1" pc Cinnamon, 2 Cloves, 1 Star Anise, 1 Cardamom pod

1 tsp Chilli powder

1 tsp Coriander powder

2 tsp Oil

Kasoori methi

Salt

Pepper

To prepare...

Cook pasta according to packet directions and keep aside. Blend the tomatoes to a puree and keep it ready.

Heat oil in a pan. Add everything mentioned as Whole Masala, saute for a minute until fragrant. Add the garlic and fry till light brown. Now add onion and saute until it changes light brown. 

Add the tomato puree and bring to a boil. Now add chilli powder, coriander powder and salt. Cook for a few minutes until sauce becomes slightly thick.

Add the pasta and paneer now. Combine everything well. Add salt and pepper if necessary. Now finally crush the kasoori methi between palms and add to the pasta. Mix everything well and your Paneer Pasta is ready. Serve hot.

Notes:

* You can add other vegetables like carrot, bell pepper etc.
* You can add some cheese, red chilli flakes in the end if you desire.