Bombay Chilli Paneer
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Ingredients:
For the batter:
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tbsp corn flour
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp grated garlic
- Water as needed
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Sesame Oil for frying
For the sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- A few green chillies, sliced
- 2 tbsp Szechuan Sauce
- 1 tsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tbsp water
- Sliced spring onions to serve
Recipe:
Fried Paneer:
- Make the batter by mixing all the flour, spices, seasoning, garlic, and water enough to make a thick cream.
- Leave the batter to rest for about 20 minutes before tossing in the cubed paneer.
- Deep-fry the batter-covered paneer in hot oil until it is crispy.
- Remove the paneer from the oil and let it drain on a paper towel.
The Sauce:
- Sauté the garlic in a little oil and add in the onions, ginger, salt and pepper, and chillies.
- Cook for about three minutes and add in the sauces along with water.
- Cook the sauce for about 1 - 2 minutes before stirring in the paneer.
- Top with sliced spring onions before serving.