Paneer tikka is a popular Indian dish that consists of cubes of paneer (a type of Indian cheese) that are marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and grilled or baked to perfection. Here’s a recipe for paneer tikka:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Skewers (if grilling)
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Add the paneer cubes to the marinade and gently toss until they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
- If grilling, thread the paneer cubes onto skewers.
- Grease a baking sheet or grill with vegetable oil. Arrange the marinated paneer cubes in a single layer.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or grill for 5-7 minutes, or until the paneer is lightly charred on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Serve hot with your favorite chutney and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Enjoy your delicious and flavorful paneer tikka as an appetizer or main dish!
