Shahi Paneer | Audrey and Jon

Ingredients

• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 8-10 oz paneer cheese
• 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup blanched whole almonds
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 1/2 tablespoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon pure chile powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• One 35-ounce can peeled tomatoes, finely chopped, juices reserved
• Pinch of sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream (crème fraîche can substitute)