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Paneer tikka

Paneer Tikka is a delicious Indian appetizer that features spicy and grilled paneer (Indian cheese) with rich flavor. Paneer tikka is known for its smoky flavor and aromatic spices. Paneer Tikka has become a favorite in Indian cuisine, loved for its simplicity and deliciousness.

Here’s a basic ingredient list for Paneer Tikka

Ingredient	Quantity
Paneer cubes	250 grams
Yogurt (hung curd)	1/2 cup
Ginger-garlic paste	1 tablespoon
Red chili powder	1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder	1/2 teaspoon
Garam masala	1 teaspoon
Kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)	1 teaspoon
Lemon juice	1 tablespoon
Salt	to taste
Oil	2 tablespoons
Bell peppers (capsicum)	1, cut into chunks
Onion	1, cut into rings
Skewers	As needed

Paneer Tikka: A Step-by-Step Cooking Guide

1. Gathering Content
To make paneer tikka, gather the following ingredients:
250 grams cheese, cut into cubes
2 onions
2 capsicum
1 cup thick curd
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tbsp red chilli powder
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tbsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 tbsp cumin powder
salt to taste
2 tbsp gram flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tbsp vegetable oil
learn to grill
Fresh coriander for garnish

2. Preparing the marinade
In a mixing bowl, mix thick curd, ginger-garlic paste, red chilli powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, gram flour, lemon juice, and vegetable oil. By mixing all these ingredients, you will prepare a smooth and thick marinade.

3. Preparing Paneer
Cut the paneer into small, uniform-sized cubes. Gently drop the paneer pieces into the prepared marinade and coat each piece well. Let the paneer marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. This allows the flavor of the spices to penetrate into the paneer.

4. Skewering Paneer
Once marinated, put the marinated paneer pieces on the skewers, along with chopped onion and capsicum pieces of the same size. Ensure an even distribution of cheese with a little space between each cube to grill evenly.

5. Preheating the Grill
Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat and, if using an oven, set it to broil mode.

6. Grilling Paneer
Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally so that the paneer cooks evenly all around. The paneer should be light and golden in color. While grilling, drizzle a little oil on the paneer to enhance the flavor and prevent it from drying out. This adds a delightful crispness to the outer layer of the paneer.

7. Readiness check
To check if the cheese is cooked, insert a toothpick or knife into a cube. If it goes in easily and the outer part of the paneer is golden-brown, then your paneer tikka is ready.

8. Decoration
Once completely grilled, remove the skewers from the grill. Garnish the paneer tikka with fresh coriander; this will make it look better.

9. Service
Serve Paneer Tikka hot, either as an appetizer with mint chutney or as a side dish with a meal. It goes well with naan or roti.

10. Variations
To add spiciness to the marinade, you can feel free to use chaat masala, kasoori methi or a pinch of dry mango powder.

The nutritional values for Paneer Tikka

Nutrient	Amount per Serving
Calories	150-200 kcal
Protein	10-15 g
Fat	10-15 g
Saturated Fat	4-6 g
Carbohydrates	5-10 g
Fiber	1-2 g
Sugars	2-4 g
Cholesterol	15-25 mg
Sodium	300-500 mg
Potassium	150-250 mg
Calcium	200-300 mg
Iron	1-2 mg
Vitamin C	5-10 mg
Vitamin A	150-200 IU