Chilli Paneer

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Chilli Paneer, a popular Indo-Chinese delicacy that combines crispy, golden-fried paneer cubes with a medley of bold spices and tangy sauces. This quick and easy recipe features paneer coated in a light cornflour and all-purpose flour batter, shallow-fried to perfection, and then tossed in a vibrant blend of soy sauce, chilli sauce, and tomato ketchup. Sautéed with aromatic garlic, ginger, and green chillies alongside diced onions and capsicum, it offers the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami. Topped with fresh spring onions for a touch of crunch, Chilli Paneer can be enjoyed as a mouth-watering appetizer or served as a flavorful side with fried rice or noodles. Perfect for weeknights or parties, this vegetarian delight is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer
• 2 tablespoons Cornflour
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Oil
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 2 units Green chillies, chopped
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 1 medium Capsicum, diced
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Tomato ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Chilli sauce
• 1 teaspoon Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Spring onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cut the paneer into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine cornflour, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Add the paneer cubes to the bowl and gently toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the coated paneer cubes and shallow fry until they turn golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chillies. Saute until the garlic turns light brown.

Step 5

Add the diced onion and capsicum to the pan, stirring for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Pour in the soy sauce, tomato ketchup, and chilli sauce. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Add the paneer cubes back to the pan, gently tossing them in the sauce for about 2-3 minutes to ensure they are well coated.

Step 8

Finally, add vinegar and adjust salt to taste, stirring well.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(631.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1392.7

Total Fat 103.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 172.5mg	0%
Sodium 5886.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 53.7g	0%

Vitamin D 6.8IU	0%
Calcium 1479.3mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 966.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.1%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 18.6%