Paneer Recipes

Delicious and Easy Paneer Recipes

Delicious and Easy Paneer Recipes is a blog dedicated to all things paneer. Whether you're a vegetarian or a vegan, you'll find plenty of recipes to tempt your taste buds. From classic Indian dishes like palak paneer and paneer tikka masala to more creative recipes like paneer tacos and paneer lasagna, there's something for everyone.

All of the recipes on Delicious and Easy Paneer Recipes are simple to follow and use easy-to-find ingredients. So whether you're a beginner in the kitchen or a seasoned cook, you'll be able to create delicious paneer dishes with ease.

Paneer is a fresh Indian cheese that is firm but crumbly, with a mild flavor. It is a popular ingredient in many Indian dishes and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Here are some delicious and easy paneer recipes:

1. Paneer Tikka Masala:

Ingredients:

• 250g paneer, cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Recipe:

1. Marinate paneer cubes in yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
2. Grill or cook marinated paneer until slightly charred.
3. In a separate pan, heat oil and sauté chopped onions until golden.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
5. Blend the onion-tomato mixture into a smooth paste.
6. Return the paste to the pan, and add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates.
7. Add grilled paneer cubes and some water to adjust consistency. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with naan or rice.

2. Paneer Bhurji:

Ingredients:

• 250g paneer, crumbled
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Recipe:

1. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, sauté for a minute.
4. Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
5. Add crumbled paneer and garam masala, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with roti or bread.

3. Palak Paneer:

Ingredients:

• 250g paneer, cubed
• 4 cups spinach, blanched and pureed
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 2 tablespoons cream (optional)

Recipe:

1. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, let them splutter.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add spinach puree, turmeric powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes.
5. Add paneer cubes and garam masala, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Stir in cream if using, and serve with roti or rice.

4. Paneer Lasagna:

Ingredients:

• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked
• 250g paneer, crumbled
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Recipe:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix crumbled paneer, ricotta cheese, egg, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
4. Place 3 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce.
5. Spread half of the paneer mixture over the noodles.
6. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Repeat the layers: sauce, noodles, remaining paneer mixture, and more mozzarella.
8. Top with the final layer of noodles, remaining marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
11. Let it cool slightly before slicing.
12. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve.

5. Shahi Paneer:

Ingredients:

• 250g paneer, cubed
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup cashew nut paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Recipe:

1. Heat ghee/oil in a pan, add chopped onions, and sauté until golden.
2. Add ginger and garlic paste, and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
3. Add tomato puree, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and cook until oil separates.
4. Stir in cashew nut paste and cook for a few minutes.
5. Add paneer cubes, garam masala, salt, and cream. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with naan or rice.

6. Paneer Pakora (Fritters):

Ingredients:

• 250g paneer, cut into cubes
• 1 cup gram flour (besan)
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Oil for deep frying

Recipe:

1. In a bowl, mix gram flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, asafoetida, and salt.
2. Gradually add water to the dry ingredients to make a smooth batter.
3. Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.
4. Dip paneer cubes into the batter and deep fry until golden and crisp.
5. Remove with a slotted spoon, drain excess oil, and serve hot with chutney.

7. Paneer Tacos:

Ingredients:

• 250g paneer, cubed and marinated
• 1 cup mixed bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 small taco shells
• Shredded lettuce and cheese for garnish

Recipe:

1. Marinate paneer cubes with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a pan and sauté marinated paneer until slightly charred.
3. In the same pan, sauté bell peppers and onions until tender.
4. Warm taco shells in the oven or on a pan.
5. Fill each taco shell with paneer, bell peppers, and onions.
6. Garnish with shredded lettuce and cheese.
7. Serve the paneer tacos as a delightful snack or meal.

Enjoy your Paneer Tacos!

I hope you enjoy these delicious and easy paneer recipes! If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.

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