Paneer Tikka
Succulent cubes of paneer marinated in spiced yogurt and charred until golden in this classic Indian appetizer. Smoky, creamy, and bursting with aromatic spices.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1.5 tsp red chili powder
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp kasuri methi
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- ¾ tsp salt
- 500 g paneer, cubed
- 1 whole red bell pepper, cubed
- 1 whole yellow bell pepper, cubed
- 1 medium red onion, cubed
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 whole lemon wedges
- ½ cup mint chutney
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, kasuri methi, lemon juice, oil, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- 2
Add paneer cubes to the marinade and gently toss to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- 3
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (400°F). Lightly oil the grates.
- 4
Thread marinated paneer alternately with bell peppers and onion onto skewers.
- 5
Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes, rotating every 2-3 minutes, until paneer develops light char marks and vegetables are tender.
- 6
Transfer skewers to a serving platter and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- 7
Serve hot with lemon wedges and mint chutney on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- metal or wooden skewers
- grill or grill pan
- tongs
- cutting board
- knife
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