Paneer 65

• July 10, 2021
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Ingredients:

• 375 g paneer, cubed
• 5 tbsps all-purpose flour
• 6 tbsp cornflour
• 2 tbsps rice flour
• 3 tsp grated ginger
• 3 tsp grated garlic
• 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 2 tsp coriander powder
• 1 drop of red food colouring (if desired)
• 10 tbsp water (enough to get the right consistency)
• oil (for deep-frying paneer and sautéing vegetables)
• 1 medium red onion, sliced
• 8 – 10 curry leaves
• 3 tbsp thick yogurt
• salt, to taste

Recipe:

1. Cut paneer into 1-inch cubes.
2. Mix all flours and spices along with food colouring (if using) in a medium-sized bowl.
3. Add enough water (about 10 tbsp) to make a medium-thick paste.
4. Mix paneer cubes in until well coated.
5. Heat oil at medium temperature in a saucepan for deep-frying and add paneer to fry.
6. Deep-fry several pieces at a time until brown and crispy, and transfer them to a clean napkin covered plate to drain excess oil.
7. Heat a few tbsp of oil in a frying pan at medium temperature, and add sliced as well as curry leaves.
8. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
9. Then add the yogurt, a sprinkle of red chilli powder, and salt.
10. Stir and cook for a minute.
11. Add the fried paneer pieces, and cook for 2 – 3 minutes.
12. Remove from heat and serve.