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Paneer Tikka Skewers

Paneer Tikka Skewers

Real paneer tikka -- yogurt-marinated paneer and peppers, oven-charred, about 35 minutes active time plus marinating.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
  • 2 tbsp gram flour (besan)
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1.5 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp mustard or neutral oil
  • salt, to taste
Skewers
  • 14 oz paneer, cut into cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into squares
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into squares
  • 1 red onion, cut into petals

Equipment

  • 1 Oven or grill pan
  • 8 Skewers

Method
 

  1. Whisk together all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl until smooth.
  2. Add the paneer, bell peppers and onion to the marinade and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for best flavor).
  3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning.
  4. Preheat the oven to 425F (220C) and line a baking sheet with foil, or preheat a grill pan.
  5. Thread the marinated paneer, peppers and onion alternately onto the skewers.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, turning once, until lightly charred at the edges. Alternatively, cook on a hot grill pan for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
  7. Serve hot with mint chutney and lemon wedges.

Notes

The 20-minute active prep doesn't include marinating time -- plan for at least 30 extra minutes in the fridge for the best flavor. Rated Intermediate for the marinade timing and skewer assembly.