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Chilli Paneer

Chilli Paneer is like a tasty mix of Chinese and Indian flavors that came together in a delicious way. Imagine Chinese cooking techniques meeting Indian spices—that’s the magic of Chilli Paneer. Long ago, in India, some people from China settled down. They started cooking their traditional Chinese dishes, but to make them fit Indian tastes, they added some local spices and flavors.

This mix of Chinese and Indian cooking became known as Indo-Chinese cuisine. Chilli Paneer is a special dish born from this blend of cultures. It takes pieces of paneer (a type of Indian cheese) and fries them with Chinese-style sauces and seasonings. The result is a dish that’s both spicy and saucy—a favorite among many. People love chili paneer because it’s a bit sweet, a bit spicy, and a whole lot tasty. It’s like a party of flavors in your mouth! The crispy paneer, mixed with colorful veggies and flavorful sauces, makes it a go-to dish for those who enjoy a fusion of tastes.

Ingredient list for Chilli Paneer

Ingredient	Quantity
Paneer	250 grams
All-purpose flour (Maida)	4 tablespoons
Corn flour	2 tablespoons
Soy sauce	2 tablespoons
Vegetable oil	For frying
Onion	1 medium (chopped)
Bell pepper (Shimla mirch)	1 (large, chopped)
Green chili	2 (chopped)
Garlic	1 tablespoon (minced)
Tomato	2 medium (chopped)
Tomato sauce	2 tablespoons
Red chili sauce	1 tablespoon
Jaggery (Gur)	1 small piece (optional)
Salt	To taste
Cashews	2 tablespoons (roasted)

Chilli Paneer Recipe

Material

1. Paneer – 250 grams (cut into small pieces)
2. Flour – 4 tablespoons
3. Corn flour – 2 tablespoons
4. Soy sauce – 2 tablespoons
5. Vegetable oil – for frying
6. Onion – 1 medium (chopped)
7. Capsicum – 1 (large chopped)
8. Green chilli- 2 (chopped)
9. Garlic – 1 tablespoon (grated)
10. Tomatoes – 2 medium (chopped)
11. Tomato Sauce – 2 tablespoons
12. Red Chili Sauce – 1 tablespoon
13. Jaggery – 1 small chopped (optional)
14. Salt – as per taste
15. Cashews – 2 tablespoons (roasted)

Instruction

Step 1: Prepare the Paneer
Cut the cheese into small pieces.
Mix flour and corn flour in a bowl.
Add the cheese pieces to this mixture and stir well.
Heat oil in a pan and fry the paneer till it turns golden.
Take out the fried paneer and keep it on a paper towel.

Step 2: Preparation of Vegetables
Heat some oil in a pan.
Add onion, capsicum, green chilli, and garlic and sauté.

Step 3: Make the sauce
Add the tomatoes and let it boil.
Add tomato sauce, red chili sauce, soy sauce, and salt.
Mix all the ingredients well and cook.

Step 4: Make Chilli Paneer
Mix the prepared paneer in this sauce and mix it well.
Also, add jaggery (if desired).
Add roasted cashew nuts and mix well.
Cook the chilli paneer on medium heat for 5-7 minutes so that all the flavors get absorbed properly.

Step5: Serve
Serve hot chilli paneer with paratha, roti, or steamed rice.
Garnish with chopped coriander and lemon veedi, and serve.

Nutritional value list for Chilli Paneer

Nutrient	Quantity per 100g
Calories	250 kcal
Protein	12 g
Total Fat	18 g
Saturated Fat	10 g
Trans Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	40 mg
Carbohydrates	10 g
Dietary Fiber	1 g
Sugars	2 g
Sodium	800 mg
Vitamin A	10% DV
Vitamin C	20% DV
Calcium	30% DV
Iron	8% DV