A delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring paneer marinated in a flavorful batter and cooked in a spicy gravy.

Chili Paneer recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
25min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 plate)

Batter

  • Corn flour
    Corn flour
    3tsp
  • Maida (all-purpose flour)
    Maida (all-purpose flour)
    3tsp
  • Salt
    Salt
    1/2tsp
  • Pepper
    Pepper
    1/2tsp
  • Water (as needed)
    Water (as needed)
    1cup

Gravy

  • Vegetable oil
    Vegetable oil
    4tsp
  • Ginger garlic paste
    Ginger garlic paste
    1tsp
  • Chilies
    Chilies
    2piece
  • Vegetables (of your choice)
    Vegetables (of your choice)
    1cup
  • Soy sauce
    Soy sauce
    1/2cup
  • Chings fried rice masala
    Chings fried rice masala
    2tsp
  • Ketchup
    Ketchup
    4tsp
  • Salt
    Salt
    1tsp
  • Paneer (cubed)
    Paneer (cubed)
    1cup

How to make Chili Paneer

Preparation of Batter

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix corn flour, maida, salt, and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Gradually add water while stirring to ensure there are no lumps.

  3. Step 3

    Add the paneer cubes to the batter and marinate for 5-6 minutes.

Preparation of Gravy

  1. Step 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a pan.

  2. Step 2

    Add ginger garlic paste and chopped chilies, and sauté for a minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add the vegetables of your choice and stir-fry until cooked.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in soy sauce, Chings fried rice masala, ketchup, and salt.

  5. Step 5

    Add the marinated paneer to the pan, mix well, and cook for a few minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

517.5kcal (25.87%)

Protein

22.5g (45%)

Carbs

57.5g (20.91%)

Sugars

7.0g (14%)

Healthy Fat

12.6g

Unhealthy Fat

4.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can adjust the spice level by adding or reducing the number of chilies.

  2. Feel free to use any vegetables you have on hand.

  3. For a crispier texture, fry the paneer before adding it to the gravy.

FAQS

  1. Can I use tofu instead of paneer?

    Yes, tofu can be used as a substitute for paneer for a vegan option.

  2. How can I make this dish less spicy?

    You can reduce the number of chilies or omit them altogether.

  3. What vegetables work best in this recipe?

    Bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli are great options.

  4. Can I prepare the batter in advance?

    Yes, you can prepare the batter a few hours ahead, but it's best to marinate the paneer just before cooking.

  5. Is this dish suitable for a gluten-free diet?

    You can use gluten-free flour instead of maida to make it gluten-free.

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