Paneer Methi Matar

Creamy, aromatic and full of home-style flavor, Paneer Methi Matar is a North Indian vegetarian curry that brings together three favorite ingredients. Paneer is soft Indian cottage cheese, methi is fragrant fenugreek leaves, and matar means green peas. At Curry Gate, we combine them in a rich, creamy gravy for a dish that's comforting and a little different from the usual paneer curry.

Methi is what makes this dish stand out. Fenugreek leaves have a unique, slightly bitter, earthy aroma that's been treasured in Indian cooking for centuries. When cooked into a creamy sauce, the methi mellows into a warm, herbal fragrance that balances the richness of the cream and paneer.

Our Paneer Methi Matar starts with soft cubes of paneer and sweet green peas. They're simmered in a smooth, creamy gravy made from onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, cream and warm spices, then finished with fenugreek. The paneer soaks up the sauce and stays soft and tender, while the peas add a pop of sweetness and color. The result is a curry that is mildly sweet, aromatic and velvety, with a distinctive herbal note from the methi.

Paneer Methi Matar pairs well with warm Butter Naan, Garlic Naan or Tandoori Roti for scooping up the creamy gravy. It's also great with steamed basmati rice. For a full vegetarian meal, add Dal Tadka or a side of raita.

You control the heat. At Curry Gate you choose your spice level from 1 to 10. Pick a mild 1–3 to enjoy the tangy flavor with gentle warmth, a medium 4–6 for classic vindaloo heat, or a fiery 7–10 if you're a true spice lover.

Paneer Methi Matar is vegetarian and packed with protein from the paneer, which makes it a satisfying choice for vegetarians and anyone who loves creamy Indian curries.

Whether you're looking for vegetarian Indian food for lunch in Uptown, dinner in South End, or takeout near NoDa, Curry Gate brings authentic Indian and Nepali flavors to Charlotte, NC. Order Paneer Methi Matar for dine-in, pickup or delivery.

FAQ

What is Paneer Methi Matar? Paneer Methi Matar is a North Indian vegetarian curry of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and green peas cooked in a creamy gravy with fenugreek (methi) leaves.

What is methi? Methi is the Hindi word for fenugreek. Its leaves have a warm, earthy, slightly bitter aroma that adds a unique flavor to Indian curries.

What does Paneer Methi Matar taste like? It's creamy and mildly sweet, with tender paneer, sweet peas and a fragrant, herbal note from the fenugreek.

Is Paneer Methi Matar spicy? It's a mild, creamy curry with gentle warmth from the spices.

Is Paneer Methi Matar vegetarian? Yes. It's vegetarian. It contains dairy (paneer and cream), so it isn't vegan.