Name: Paneer Tikka
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 14 oz paneer (cubed); 1 red bell pepper (cubed); 1 green bell pepper (cubed); 1 medium onion (cubed); ¾ cup plain yogurt; 2 tbsp besan (gram flour); 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste; 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp chaat masala; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp oil; Lemon juice; Metal skewers (soaked if wooden); Oil for brushing; Mint chutney; Lemon wedges; Sliced onions

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Paneer Tikka

Charred cubes of paneer and bell peppers marinated in spiced yogurt and grilled until smoky. A vegetarian showstopper for parties or as a starter before a curry feast.

Prep 20 min

Cook 15 min

Total 50 min

Serves 4

Appetizer·Indian·Easy

Ingredients

Step 1 — Marinate

14 oz paneer (cubed)
1 red bell pepper (cubed)
1 green bell pepper (cubed)
1 medium onion (cubed)
¾ cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp besan (gram flour)
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp chaat masala
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp oil
Lemon juice

Step 2 — Grill or bake

Metal skewers (soaked if wooden)
Oil for brushing

Step 3 — Serve

Mint chutney
Lemon wedges
Sliced onions

Instructions

1
Marinate
Whisk yogurt with besan, ginger-garlic paste, spices, salt, oil, and lemon juice. Toss paneer and vegetables in marinade. Rest 30 minutes.
2
Grill
Thread paneer and vegetables onto skewers. Grill or broil at high heat 3–4 minutes per side until charred at edges. Brush with oil as needed.
3
Serve
Sprinkle with chaat masala and serve immediately with mint chutney, lemon wedges, and raw onion rings.

Nutrition per serving: 320 cal · 16g protein · 14g carbs · 24g fat · 2g fiber

For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.