how to make Indian Paneer Tikka

Paneer tikka is a delicious vegetarian dish that features marinated cubes of cottage cheese grilled to perfection. Here’s a recipe to guide you through making paneer tikka:

Ingredients:

• 250 grams paneer (cottage cheese), cut into cubes
• 1 medium-sized onion, cut into squares
• 1 medium-sized bell pepper (capsicum), cut into squares
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons gram flour (besan)
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, gram flour, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, lemon juice, vegetable oil, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth marinade.
2. Add the paneer cubes, onion squares, and bell pepper squares to the marinade. Gently toss to coat the ingredients evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, allowing the flavors to develop.
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
4. Skewer the marinated paneer cubes, onion squares, and bell pepper squares onto skewers, alternating between them.
5. Lightly oil the grill grates or the grill pan to prevent sticking. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the paneer is lightly charred and the vegetables are tender.
6. Once cooked, remove the paneer tikka skewers from the grill. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

There you have it! Flavorful paneer tikka ready to be enjoyed. It can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish with your favorite chutney. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Enjoy your delicious paneer tikka!