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Chilli Paneer

Cultural Context

Chilli Paneer is a popular Indo-Chinese dish that originated in India, blending Indian flavors with Chinese cooking techniques. It reflects the culinary fusion that arose from the Chinese diaspora in India, particularly in cities like Kolkata. This dish is often served as an appetizer or main course and is a staple at Indian restaurants and street food stalls. Its spicy, tangy flavor profile and crispy texture have made it a favorite among both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike, leading to variations across the globe, including different spice levels and ingredient combinations.

IndianINmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 oz paneer
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (maida)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 green chilies
1 medium onion
1 teaspoon coriander powder
2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
1/4 teaspoon ajinomoto
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons soy sauce
5 curry leaves
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

paneer

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Tofu is lower in calories and can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a healthier thickener, while flour is more accessible.

1

Cut paneer into small cubes.

2

Add half a tablespoon of salt, one and a half tablespoons of cornflour, and half a tablespoon of ginger garlic paste to the paneer.

3

Optionally, add a little bit of water or an egg to the mixture and mix well.

4

Fry the paneer in medium flame until nicely colored, then remove from the pan.

5

In the same pan, add a little bit of oil and half a teaspoon of cumin seeds.

6

Add one tablespoon of chopped garlic and half a tablespoon of ginger garlic paste to the oil.

7

Add around four chopped green chilies and half an onion cut into small cubes.

8

Stir in one tablespoon of coriander powder and a little bit of water to cook the coriander powder.

9

Add a pinch of ajinomoto and chili garlic sauce to the mixture.

10

Add chopped red and yellow bell peppers, cut into small pieces.

11

Sprinkle half a teaspoon of chili powder and some soy sauce to taste.

12

Add chopped curry leaves and salt to the mixture.

13

Finish by adding the fried paneer and mixing everything together.

14

Garnish with chopped coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairysoy

Also Known As

Chili PaneerPaneer Chilli

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