firstly, in a large kadai heat 1 tbsp butter and add ½ tsp cumin, 1 bay leaf.

saute till the spices turn aromatic.

further add 1 medium onion and saute well.

also add 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and continue to saute.

additionally add 2 medium tomato and saute.

saute till the tomatoes turn soft and mushy.

now mash well with potato masher or blend smooth.

furthermore add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp coriander powder and ¾ tsp salt.

saute on low flame for a minute.

also add 2 tbsp peas and saute for 2 minutes.

additionally add 1 cup water and mix well adjusting consistency.

stir well and get to boil.

further add 2 cups of crumbled paneer / cottage cheese.

mix well, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

now add ½ tsp garam masala, 1 tsp kasuri methi and 2 tbsp coriander leaves. mix well.

finally, serve paneer bhurji gravy recipe with chapati, roti or bread.