Chili Paneer
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this irresistible Chili Paneer recipe, a classic Indo-Chinese dish that's perfect as a starter or side dish. Featuring golden-crisp fried cubes of paneer coated in a thick, flavorful batter, this dish is tossed in a vibrant medley of stir-fried onions, colorful bell peppers, and an umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, chili sauce, tomato ketchup, and a splash of vinegar. Spicy green chilies and aromatic garlic and ginger bring bold layers of flavor to the dish, while the crunchy garnish of fresh spring onions adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Ideal for lovers of spicy, vegetarian cuisine, Chili Paneer is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with fried rice, noodles, or can be relished on its own.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Paneer
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper powder
- 6 tablespoons Water
- 1 cup Oil
- 2 tablespoons Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 2 units Green chili, slit
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 1 large Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Red chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Tomato ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Spring onion, chopped
Instructions
Cut the paneer into 1-inch cubes.
In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, all-purpose flour, salt, and white pepper powder. Gradually add water and mix well to form a smooth batter.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Dip paneer cubes into the batter ensuring they are coated well and fry in batches until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Add slit green chilies, chopped onions, green and red bell peppers. Stir-fry on high heat for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender yet crisp.
Add soy sauce, red chili sauce, tomato ketchup, and vinegar to the vegetables and sauté for another minute.
Add the fried paneer cubes to the pan and toss everything together to coat the paneer in the sauce. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
875 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.4 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 889 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 483 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
