Delicate mint paneer tikka recipe

Name: Delicate mint paneer tikka recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 g (10.6oz) paneer (made from 1.75 litres milk,), diced into 3cm cubes or larger rectangles; 1 cup oil, for greasing; 2 tbsp melted butter, for basting; 120 ml (4.2fl oz) double cream; 100 ml (3.5fl oz) Greek yoghurt; 35 g (1.2oz) fresh mint leaves; 1 3 green chillies, deseeded; 1 tsp garam masala; 1.5 tsp fennel seeds, ground to a powder; 0.5 tsp green cardamom powder; 0.5 tsp carom seeds; 0.5 tsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp gram flour; 4 tsp lemon juice, or to taste; 1 pinch salt, to taste

Servings: persons

300 g (10.6oz) paneer (made from 1.75 litres milk,), diced into 3cm cubes or larger rectangles
1 cup oil, for greasing
2 tbsp melted butter, for basting
120 ml (4.2fl oz) double cream
100 ml (3.5fl oz) Greek yoghurt
35 g (1.2oz) fresh mint leaves
1 3 green chillies, deseeded
1 tsp garam masala
1.5 tsp fennel seeds, ground to a powder
0.5 tsp green cardamom powder
0.5 tsp carom seeds
0.5 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp gram flour
4 tsp lemon juice, or to taste
1 pinch salt, to taste

1
Blend together all the marinade ingredients with 34 tablespoons of water.
2
Taste and adjust the seasoning, chillies and lemon juice to taste.
3
Tip the marinade into a non-metallic bowl and add the paneer.
4
Cover with clingfilm and leave in the fridge to marinate for a few hours.
5
Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/gas mark 5 and oil a baking tray.
6
Bring the paneer back to room temperature.
7
Arrange the paneer cubes on the tray the marinade is quite thick so it will cling to the paneer.
8
Place on the upper shelf in the oven and bake for 8 minutes, turning halfway through the cooking time.
9
Baste with butter and bake for another minute.
10
The paneer cubes should be slightly browning at the edges.
11
Serve hot.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 300 g (10.6oz) paneer (made from 1.75 litres milk,), diced into 3cm cubes or larger rectangles, 1 cup oil, for greasing, 2 tbsp melted butter, for basting, 120 ml (4.2fl oz) double cream, and more.

Yes, Delicate mint paneer tikka recipe falls under the General 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.

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