Cottage Cheese Paneer Cutlets
Crispy on the outside and irresistibly soft inside, Cottage Cheese Paneer Cutlets are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for snacks, appetizers, or tea-time indulgence. Made with protein-rich paneer (cottage cheese), mashed potatoes, and a medley of fresh carrots, peas, and aromatic spices like garam masala and chaat masala, these vegetarian cutlets are a flavorful treat. Coated in golden breadcrumbs and pan-fried to perfection, they deliver a satisfying crunch in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick, easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve hot with tangy green chutney or ketchup for a truly satisfying experience!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Paneer (cottage cheese)
- 2 medium Potatoes (boiled and mashed)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Cornflour
- 1 small Carrot (grated)
- 0.25 cup Green peas (boiled and mashed)
- 2 pieces Green chilies (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Oil
Directions
Step 1
Grate the paneer and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the boiled and mashed potatoes to the bowl.
Step 3
Mix in the grated carrot, mashed green peas, finely chopped green chilies, grated ginger, and chopped coriander leaves.
Step 4
Season the mixture with red chili powder, garam masala, chaat masala, and salt.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of cornflour to help bind the mixture together. Mix everything thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
Step 6
Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into cutlets or patties of your desired size.
Step 7
Spread the breadcrumbs on a plate. Coat each cutlet evenly with breadcrumbs by gently pressing them into the crumbs.
Step 8
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Step 9
Place the cutlets in the pan and cook until golden brown and crisp on one side, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 10
Flip the cutlets carefully and cook on the other side until they are evenly golden and crisp.
Step 11
Remove the cutlets from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Step 12
Serve the Cottage Cheese Paneer Cutlets hot with green chutney or ketchup.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (980.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1901.1 |
| Total Fat 101.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 140mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4328.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 192.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.7g | |
| Protein 73.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 674.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1781.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories