#1 Chilli Paneer - Crafting the Best Recipe at Home
Equipment
- 1 x Bowl
- 2 x cup
- Spoon
- 2 x frying pan
- 1 x small bowl
Ingredients
- 200 gm paneer
- 4 tbsp whole wheat flour maida
- 3 tbsp cornflour
- 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
- 1 tbsp black pepper and 1 tbsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
- 4 to 5 cloves of ginger and garlic finely chopped
- 2 to 3 green chilli finely chopped.
- 1 capsicum
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp red chilli sauce
- ½ tbsp vinegar
- ½ cup chopped spring onions
- Water
- Oil
Instructions
Preparation paneer
- In a bowl take 2 tablespoons of cornflour and 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (maida).
- Next, add ginger garlic paste.
- Add black pepper or black pepper powder. Season with salt to taste.
- Next, add ¼ cup water or add as required.
- With a whisk or a spoon mix very well to get a smooth batter without any lumps.
- The batter should be thick.
- Next, Cut the paneer into cube shapes.
- Add paneer cubes to the batter. With a spoon, gently coat the paneer cubes with the batter.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a heavy frying pan and fry the coated paneer. (can also be deep fried)
- Once one side is done, flip it and fry the other side. Flip a couple of times and fry till the paneer cubes are crisp and golden.
- Now take out the paneer cubes and put them on tissue paper to remove excess oil.
How to make chilli sauce
- Take the same pan in which paneer is fried add 1 tbsp of oil and Add finely chopped ginger, finely chopped garlic and green chillies (slit or sliced).
- Stir fry on medium to high heat for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Then add ½ cup chopped spring onions (scallions). Stir fry spring onions for 1 to 2 minutes on medium to high heat
- Next, add sliced capsicum.
- Stir fry on medium to high heat for 3 to 4 minutes. The capsicum only needs to be slightly cooked.
- Lower the heat and then add ½ tbsp Kashmiri red chilli powder or sweet paprika.
- Then add 2 teaspoons of soy sauce.
- Next, add 1 teaspoon of red chilli sauce. The red chilli sauce has to be spicy.
- Stir and mix the sauces and red chilli powder with the remaining stir-fried ingredients.
- Add ½ to ⅔ cup water.
- Mix well.
- Let the chilli sauce mixture come to a simmer on medium to medium-high heat.
How to make chilli paneer
- Take 1 tablespoon of cornflour in a small bowl.
- Add 2 to 3 tablespoons water to dissolve cornflour into a slurry or paste.
- Lower the heat and then add the slurry or paste to the sauce.
- As soon as you add, mix the pan ingredients very well so that no lumps are formed.
- Add ½ tablespoon sugar to taste.
- Season with salt to taste. Be sure to taste the sauce first as soy sauce and red chilli sauce already have salt in them.
- Add the fried paneer cubes.
- Mix paneer cubes very well with the gravy.
- Turn off the heat and then add ¼ to ½ table rice vinegar or white vinegar. You can skip vinegar if you want, but the slight bit of tang makes the dish taste nice.
- Mix well.
- Kudos!!! Your chilli paneer is ready to serve.
Video
Notes
Do not overcook sauces.,
History:
Nurtured in India’s Culinary Melting Pot
Chilli Paneer, born from the vibrant tapestry of Indian cuisine, seamlessly fuses the traditions of the East with the flavors of the West. Its roots can be traced to the streets of New Delhi, where innovative chefs sought to blend the beloved Indian paneer with the zesty influence of Chinese cuisine. This culinary fusion soon became a sensation, capturing the essence of India’s diverse culinary landscape.
From Streets to Homes: A Culinary Evolution
Originally a street food favourite, Chilli Paneer has evolved into a beloved homemade delicacy, adorning dinner tables and restaurant menus alike. Its popularity lies not only in the perfect balance of spice and succulence but also in its ability to cater to diverse taste preferences. Chilli Paneer, with its rich history and adaptability, embodies the spirit of culinary exploration that defines India’s gastronomic journey.
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