Paneer Tikka is a yummy and flavorful appetizer / snack found in most of the Indian restaurants and dhabas. This is a very easy and a quick paneer recipe that is very popular globally. It literally translates to marinated cottage cheese that is pan fried. It can also be pan / oven grilled to perfection.
However, I gave a slight twist to the recipe by adding some homemade grated raw mango pickle for some achari flavour. This is a soul satisfying comfort food, a weekend menu and a great party recipe too. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this delicious and succulent restaurant style vegetarian tikka.
Paneer is traditionally grilled in a tandoor (clay oven) for an amazing smoky flavour. However, it can also be pan fried as the best alternative. For best results, marinate the paneer slices for longer duration, preferably overnight.
Every individual / restaurant have their own special way of preparing it and this is my version of this yummy Punjabi style paneer tikka. It is native to the Indian State of Punjab, that is now universally popular. So do give it a try and enjoy with your loved ones.
- 300 gms. paneer slices
- salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
- 1 tsp. Kashmiri red chili powder
- 1 tsp. mustard oil
- 1 tbsp. yoghurt
- 1 tsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. besan (gram flour)
- 1 tsp. ginger-garlic paste
- 2-3 tbsp. oil to pan fry
- mint & coriander leaves to garnish
- Pickle oil to drizzle
In a bowl, take all the ingredients (except oil to fry) and mix well. Marinate the paneer slices with the paste for a minimum of 2 hours, preferably overnight for best results.
Heat oil in a pan and fry the marinated paneer on both sides till light golden in colour. Serve as an appetizer / snack with or without any chutney/ dip / sauce.
Serve as an appetizer / snack with or without any chutney / dip / sauce.
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