Paneer Tikka Recipe
Paneer Tikka Recipe is a very popular paneer recipe. Paneer tikka is a tandoori snack, where small cubes of paneer are marinated and arranged on skewers and grilled in an oven, tandoor, Tawa, or on a pan.
Ingredients
- 200 Grams Paneer cut into square pieces.
- 5 Tbsp Curd.
- 1 Medium onion cut into square pieces.
- 1 Medium capsicum cut into square pieces.
- 1 Medium tomato cut into square pieces.
- 1/2 Tsp Turmeric powder.
- 1/2 Tsp Cumin powder.
- 1 Tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder.
- 1 Tsp Garam masala powder.
- 1/2 Tsp Chaat masala.
- 1/4 Tsp Dried fenugreek leaves.
- 1 Tbsp Ginger garlic paste.
- 1 Tbsp Gram flour.
- 1 Tbsp Lemon juice.
- 1 Tbsp Oil.
Instructions
Method for marinating paneer
- In mixing bowl add curd, gram flour, garam masala, red chilli powder, cummin powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala, fenugreek leaves, salt, ginger garlic paste, and lemon juice.
- Whisk well until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Once well combined and smooth add tomato, capsicum, onion, paneer and oil.
- Mix it gently with the marination.
- See that the paneer is coated well.
- Add 2 -3 drops of red orange food color (optional) and give it a mix.
- The marination is now ready - cover and rest it in a refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes remove the marination from the refrigerator.
- Now, take the wooden skewers - Insert capsicum tomato, onion, and paneer one by one till the skewer is filled.
- Fill all the skewers in a similar manner.
- Once all the skewers are filled - now grill the paneer.
- Heat a grill pan on a medium flame ( You can also use oven or non-stick pan to make) and spread some oil.
- Place the skewers in the pan and let it cook on medium flame.
- Flip the skewers at regular intervals so that it is cooked well on all sides.
- Brush it with oil or butter.
FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Can I prepare Paneer Tikka without a grill or barbecue?
A: Absolutely! You can make Paneer Tikka on a stove top using a grill pan or in an oven using the broil function. Just ensure to preheat the pan or oven before grilling the Paneer.
Q: What can I serve with Paneer Tikka apart from chutney and onions?
A: Paneer Tikka can be served with number of dips like tamarind chutney, coriander chutney, mint chutney, or even tomato ketchup.
Q: How long should I marinate the paneer before preparation?
A: Paneer should be marinated for at least 30 minutes before preparation.
Q: Is paneer tikka good healthy diet?
A: Paneer Tikka is a popular recipe Paneer is a healthy diet as it contains high protein and is low-carb food.
Q: How much Paneer can i eat per day?
A: One can consume 100-200 grams of paneer per day, as it is high in fats and calories even though it contains high-protein.