Chilli Paneer is a popular Indo-Chinese dish that combines succulent paneer (Indian cottage cheese) with a flavorful and spicy sauce. This dish is known for its perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it a favorite among both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. The paneer is coated in a delicious sauce that’s tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet, making it a delightful addition to your meal.
Chilli Paneer
Ingredients
For Marination
For Stir-frying
For the Sauce
Instructions
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Start by marinating the paneer cubes. Mix cornflour, all-purpose flour, ginger-garlic paste, soy sauce, and salt in a bowl. Add water to form a smooth batter. Coat the paneer cubes with this batter and let them sit for a few minutes.
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Heat oil in a pan and shallow-fry the marinated paneer cubes until they turn golden and slightly crispy. Set them aside.
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In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
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Add cubed bell peppers and green chilies. Stir-fry until the peppers are slightly cooked but still retain their crunch.
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In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, tomato ketchup or chili sauce, green chili sauce, vinegar, sugar, and salt to create the sauce mixture.
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Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Stir well to combine.
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Add the fried paneer cubes to the pan and coat them with the sauce and vegetables.
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If needed, you can add a little water or vegetable broth to achieve the desired consistency of the sauce.
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Garnish with chopped spring onion greens.
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Serve the Chilli Paneer hot as an appetizer or alongside steamed rice or noodles.
Note
- Adjust the level of spiciness by varying the amount of green chilies and chili sauce.
- For a healthier option, you can pan-fry or bake the paneer instead of deep-frying.
- Customize the dish by adding colorful bell peppers, onions, or other vegetables of your choice.
- Garnish with chopped spring onions or fresh cilantro for added freshness