Tawa Paneer
Cubed paneer cheese seared on a cast-iron griddle until golden and charred, then tossed with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices. A showstopping vegetarian main that feels restaurant-quality in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 318
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 14 oz paneer cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat paneer dry with paper towels. Pat vegetables dry as well.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or tawa over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
- 3
Sear paneer cubes in batches without stirring, 2 minutes per side, until golden-brown on edges. Transfer to a plate.
- 4
Add remaining 2 tbsp oil to the skillet. Stir in garam masala and cumin; let bloom 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
Add peppers and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until charred at edges and tender-crisp, ~6 minutes.
- 6
Return paneer to the skillet. Toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute more.
- 7
Serve hot, directly from the tawa if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast-iron skillet or tawa
- paper towels
- knife and cutting board
- wooden spoon or spatula
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