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15 Easy Paneer Recipes you can try in your kitchen
Paneer is a versatile ingredient that can be used in various recipes. It tastes delicious and is an excellent source of protein, especially for vegetarians. Apart from protein, it is a good source of fat and carbohydrates.
Today, I bring you 15 easy-to-prepare paneer-based Recipes you can try in your kitchen.
Let’s start:
1. Achari Paneer Parantha
Try these protein-rich, delicious paranthas with a unique flavour from achari masalas. This is a great weekend breakfast and a perfect start to the day. Check out the recipe here.
2. Palak Paneer
Try this classic dish, which combines paneer with spinach. It’s easy to make and tastes super delicious when served with roti, naan, or parantha. Check out the recipe here.
3. Matar Paneer
This is yet another classic combination. A common lunch/dinner in many north Indian homes, this matar paneer gravy dish will surely win your heart. Check out the recipe here.
4. Chickpeas and Paneer Cutlets
If you wish to move away from traditional paneer recipes and try something different, give these chickpeas and paneer cutlets a try. These protein-loaded cutlets served with a delicious veggie dip, taste absolutely amazing. Check out the recipe here.
5. Paneer Pockets
Try your hand at baking some paneer-stuffed bread. These paneer pockets are perfect for packed lunches or picnics. Easy to make, easy to carry, easy to eat, and super tasty, they are a must-try recipe. Check out the recipe here.
6. Paneer Makhani
This is a perfect party dish. Rich and delicious, this gravy dish takes a little time to prepare but is completely worth the effort. Check out the recipe for this restaurant-style Paneer Makhani here.
7. Makhane Matar Aur Paneer Ki Sabzi
This gravy dish combines Paneer with fox nuts and green peas. Easy to make and delicious, this gravy dish tastes great with roti, naan, and paratha. Check out the recipe here.
8. Afghani Paneer Tikka/Gravy
This recipe combines fresh mint, coriander, and select spices to make a delicious marination that brings out the unique taste and flavour of Afghani Paneer. Check out the recipe here.
9. Malai Kofta
This is yet another dish for special occasions. Deep-fried balls made with paneer and potatoes are cooked in a rich and creamy gravy to make this delicious dish. Check out the recipe here.
10. Aalu Tikki Chaat with Paneer and Chana Dal Stuffing
This is a popular street food from North India. Boiled and mashed potatoes stuffed with a mixture of paneer, chana dal, nuts, and spices are prepared into cutlets and deep-fried. Served with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, and spiced yoghurt, it’s a match made in heaven. Try out this recipe here.
11. Paneer Bhurji
Made with crumbled paneer, this dish can be prepared in two ways. There is a quick and easy recipe for busy mornings and an elaborate method for a relaxed lunch. Check out both recipes here.
12. Hung Curd and Paneer Sandwich
This delicious sandwich, made with hung curd, paneer, and finely chopped veggies, is a perfect busy morning breakfast. Check out the recipe here.
These delicious cutlets made with spinach, paneer and a few select spices are a sure shot party hit. Check out the recipe here.
14. Bread rolls with paneer and hung curd filling
This delicious deep-fried snack is made with paneer, hung curd and finely chopped veggies. Check out the recipe here.
15. Paneer Corn Kalimirch
This delicious gravy dish derives its richness from the paneer and cashews that go into the gravy, heat from the black pepper and green chillies, a slight sweetness from the sweet corn, and tanginess from the lemon. Check out its recipe here.
Paneer is one of my favourite kitchen ingredients. I use it quite often in various recipes. This was just a small list of ideas for what you can make with paneer. I will share many more dishes and recipe ideas in the future, so watch this space for more.
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