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French · Dessert

Dijon and tarragon Paneer Cake

This French Cake leans on dijon and tarragon to do the heavy lifting. We steam the Paneer for real depth, then bring it together in one pan.

4.6 from 1,197 cooks
Prep30 min
Cook12 min
Serves6
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Dijon and tarragon Paneer Cake
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the dijon and tarragon elements, and pat the paneer dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the paneer and steam until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the unsalted butter and the rest of the dijon and tarragon flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the red onion along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the topping and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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