Easy Paneer Tikka

Name: Easy Paneer Tikka
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 102 min
Ingredients: 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric; 0.25 teaspoon ground red chile pepper; 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.25 teaspoon garam masala; salt to taste; 7 ounces paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 large onion, cut into 1-inch squares; 1 green bell pepper, cubed; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 onion, sliced into thin rings; 0.5 cup green chutney

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Cubes of paneer cheese are marinated in a mix of spices and then grilled. An easy starter or side dish that takes only minutes to cook. It can also be served with roomali roti or made into Paneer tikka wraps for the main course. Serve with cilantro instead of the chutney if preferred.

Submitted by Swati

Updated on January 28, 2025

Easy paneer tikka on skewers on white plate

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

7 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 15 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 42 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Marinade:

1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground red chile pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon garam masala
salt to taste

Skewers:

7 ounces paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, cut into 1-inch squares
1 green bell pepper, cubed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Serving:

1 onion, sliced into thin rings
½ cup green chutney

Directions

Line a fine-mesh strainer with muslin or cheesecloth and set inside a small bowl. Pour in yogurt; let drain for 15 minutes. Discard liquid.
Mix drained yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, turmeric, chile powder, cumin, garam masala, and salt together in bowl. Add paneer, onion, and green bell pepper and mix well. Marinade for 1 hour.
Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
Skewer marinated paneer, onion, and bell pepper onto metal skewers. Grill until vegetables are soft and cheese is browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Brush with vegetable oil and grill for 1 minute more.
Mix onion rings with green chutney and serve with skewers.

Cook's Notes:

Substitute butter for the oil if preferred.

Tikka should ideally be cooked in a charcoal grill for its distinctive smoky flavor. It can, however, be cooked on an electric grill as well, or even in a nonstick skillet.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

217	Calories
7g	Fat
28g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 217
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g	9%
Saturated Fat 3g	13%
Cholesterol 11mg	4%
Sodium 419mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 21g
Protein 11g	22%
Vitamin C 38mg	42%
Calcium 173mg	13%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 488mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Easy Paneer Tikka

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