Hot Chilli Paneer

Spice up your dining experience with this irresistible Hot Chilli Paneer recipe, a fusion of bold Indo-Chinese flavors and satisfying textures. Crispy, golden paneer cubes are coated in a thick cornflour batter and fried to perfection before being tossed in a fiery medley of soy sauce, red chili sauce, and tangy tomato ketchup. Enhanced with the crunch of stir-fried onions and capsicum, and a fragrant blend of garlic, ginger, and green chilies, this dish is both vibrant and flavorful. Ideal as an appetizer or a side dish, garnish it with chopped spring onions for a fresh finish and serve it hot alongside fried rice or noodles. Perfect for spice lovers seeking restaurant-style cuisine in the comfort of their own home, this Hot Chilli Paneer is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Paneer (cottage cheese)
• 4 tablespoons Cornflour
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper powder
• 4 tablespoons Water
• 300 ml Oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons Garlic (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Ginger (finely chopped)
• 3 Green chilies (slit lengthwise)
• 1 large Onion (cut into cubes)
• 1 medium Capsicum (green bell pepper, cut into cubes)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Red chili sauce
• 2 tablespoons Tomato ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Spring onions (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the paneer into bite-sized cubes and set them aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine cornflour, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and water to form a thick batter.

Step 3

Dip the paneer cubes into the batter, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 4

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the coated paneer cubes in batches until golden and crispy. Remove and set them aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

Step 5

In a wide pan or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the chopped garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the cubed onion and capsicum. Stir-fry on high heat for 3-4 minutes, keeping the vegetables slightly crunchy.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to medium and add soy sauce, red chili sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, and sugar. Stir well to combine the sauces.

Step 9

Toss the fried paneer cubes in the sauce mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 10

Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the paneer to soak up the flavors.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot as an appetizer or a side dish with fried rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1322.8 grams (1322.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4138

Total Fat 386.10g	495%
Saturated Fat 92.00g	460%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 224mg	75%
Sodium 3172mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 107.80g	39%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 41.20g
Protein 84.00g	168%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 948mg	73%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1672mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.9%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 10.2%