Chilli Paneer: A Delicious and Easy Indo-Chinese Dish

Chilli Paneer

Introduction

Chilli paneer is a popular Indo-Chinese dish made with paneer, a type of Indian cheese, that is coated in a batter and fried until golden brown. The paneer is then tossed in a spicy, sweet, and sour sauce made with chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Chilli paneer is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound paneer, cubed
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece of ginger, minced
• 2 green chili peppers, chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the paneer cubes to the flour mixture and toss to coat.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
4. Add the paneer cubes to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the paneer from the skillet and set aside.
6. Add the onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
7. Add the garlic, ginger, and green chili peppers to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute more.
8. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, cumin, coriander, and red pepper flakes to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
9. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
10. Add the paneer cubes back to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
11. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Tips

• For a spicier dish, use more green chili peppers.
• If you don’t have paneer, you can substitute tofu or tempeh.
• Serve chilli paneer with rice, naan, or noodles.

Health Benefits of Chilli Paneer

Chilli paneer is a healthy and nutritious dish that is packed with protein and other nutrients. Paneer is a good source of protein, calcium, and phosphorus. It is also a good source of iron, zinc, and magnesium. The chili sauce in this dish is also a good source of vitamins A and C.

Conclusion

Chilli paneer is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is also a healthy and nutritious dish that is packed with protein and other nutrients. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chilli paneer a try. You won’t be disappointed!

I hope you enjoy this recipe!