This colorful paneer tikka is made with soft paneer cubes, crunchy red, yellow and orange bell peppers, onion, and a flavorful yogurt-based marinade. Gram flour helps the marinade coat the paneer beautifully, while ginger, garlic, Kashmiri red chili, garam masala, chaat masala and lemon juice add a delicious balance of spice and tanginess.
This recipe makes a wonderful appetizer, party snack or side dish. Serve it hot with green chutney, sliced onions and lemon wedges. You can also enjoy it as a filling for wraps, sandwiches, rolls or rice bowls.
Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, whisk the curd with gram flour until smooth and lump-free.
- Add grated garlic, grated ginger, Kashmiri red chilli powder, garam masala, chaat masala, black pepper, lemon juice and salt. Mix into a smooth marinade.
- Add the paneer cubes, onion and all three bell peppers to the marinade. Toss gently to coat every piece evenly, taking care not to break the paneer. Cover and marinate for at least 20 to 30 minutes.
- Thread the marinated paneer, onion and bell peppers onto skewers, alternating the colors for an even mix.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wide pan or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Place the skewers in the pan and sear on all sides for 8 to 10 minutes total, brushing with the remaining oil and turning occasionally, until the paneer and peppers are lightly charred at the edges.
- Remove from heat and serve hot with green chutney, sliced onions and lemon wedges, or use as a filling for wraps, sandwiches, rolls or rice bowls.
Notes
Nutrition (estimated per serving, 4 servings): approximately 449 kcal, 21 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates, 35.5 g fat, 2.4 g fiber. Values are estimates and may vary depending on the paneer, curd and oil used.
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