Paneer Tikka
Cubes of firm paneer and vegetables marinated in spiced yogurt and grilled until charred and smoky. A classic Indian appetizer that's hearty enough to anchor a vegetarian spread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb firm paneer, 1-inch cubes
- 2 bell pepper (any color), 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup whole-milk plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder (or mild paprika)
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala (for serving)
Instructions
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1
In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup whole-milk plain yogurt, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder (or mild paprika), 1/4 tsp ground turmeric, 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable), and 1 tsp salt. Whisk until smooth.
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Add 1 lb 1-inch cubes firm paneer, 2 1-inch pieces bell pepper (any color), and 1 1-inch pieces red onion to the marinade. Toss gently to coat every piece. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
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3
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated firm paneer, bell pepper (any color), and red onion alternately onto skewers.
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4
Grill the skewers for 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning once or twice, until the paneer is lightly charred and the vegetables are tender.
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5
Slide the skewers off and arrange on a platter. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp chaat masala (for serving) and serve immediately with lemon wedges and mint chutney.