- Add a handful of salt for 6-8 hours to fenugreek leaves. Wash drain the excessive salt. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the onion for a few minutes. Add the tomatoes, turmeric powder, chilli powder, and salt and fry again for a few minutes. Cut the paneer into cubes. Deep fry. Soak in warm water for 30 minutes. Drain and Add the paneer and fenugreek leaves and cook for a few minutes. Serve with chapathi,roti.