Chili Paneer Recipe

Name: Chili Paneer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 grams paneer, cubed; 2 cups red & green bell pepper, roughly cubed; 1/2 cup onions, chopped to ~ 1 inch pieces; 1/2 cup Shiitake mushrooms, chopped into strips; 1 teaspoon ginger, minced; 1 teaspoon garlic; 2 dry red chilies, chopped finely or 1 tsp red chili flakes; 1 teaspoon white vinegar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon corn starch; 1/2 cup warm water; 2-3 teaspoons oil (vegetable or olive); 2-3 drops sesame oil, optional; 1 pinch black pepper, ground; 1/4 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

200 grams paneer, cubed
2 cups red & green bell pepper, roughly cubed
1/2 cup onions, chopped to ~ 1 inch pieces
1/2 cup Shiitake mushrooms, chopped into strips
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1 teaspoon garlic
2 dry red chilies, chopped finely or 1 tsp red chili flakes
1 teaspoon white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon corn starch
1/2 cup warm water
2-3 teaspoons oil (vegetable or olive)
2-3 drops sesame oil, optional
1 pinch black pepper, ground
1/4 teaspoon sugar

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["On a (preferably) cast iron pan, heat 1 teaspoon oil + 2-3 drops of sesame oil. Add a pinch of ground black pepper. Fry paneer cubes on both sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.", "In a skillet or saute pan, heat oil. Add onions, and saute for 2-3 minutes on low-medium heat until the onions start turning soft.", "Add ginger, garlic, and red chili flakes. Saute for a couple of minutes until the ginger and garlic are just golden.", "Now add the chopped bell peppers, mix well, and cook covered for about a minute. Then add the paneer cubes, mushrooms, warm water, vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar. Cover and cook further for 2-3 minutes to a desired crunchiness or softness of the bell peppers.", "Turn the heat to a minimum. Lastly, dissolve the corn starch in about 1-2 tablespoons of water and add to the above mixture. Mix everything thoroughly. The mixture thickens to a shiny, tangy ""sauce"".", "Sprinkle black pepper powder if desired. Enjoy hot with rice!"]

961

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200 grams paneer, cubed, 2 cups red & green bell pepper, roughly cubed, 1/2 cup onions, chopped to ~ 1 inch pieces, 1/2 cup Shiitake mushrooms, chopped into strips, and more.

Yes, Chili Paneer falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chili Paneer

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