What is "makhani"

a. (context of a style of food English) Cooked in a rich sauce containing butter, tomatoes and cream

Makhani is a Hindustani word meaning "with butter". It is used in the names of several dishes from Punjabi cuisine:

• Dal makhani, made from beans and pulses
• Paneer makhani, made from the white cheese paneer, also known as "paneer butter masala"
• Murgh makhani, also known as "butter chicken" or "chicken makhani"