Ready in

30 mins

Cuisine

Indian · Indo-Chinese

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

2-3 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
Recipe by radhe rasoi magic on YouTube
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All Ingredients

For Paneer Marinade

All Ingredients

For Chilli Paneer

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Paneer

    Cut 200g paneer into 1-inch cubes.

  2. Season Paneer

    Transfer the paneer cubes to a plate. Add 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp soya sauce, 1 tsp vinegar, 1 tbsp tomato sauce, and 2 tbsp corn flour to the paneer.

  3. Marinate Paneer

    Mix gently with your hands until all paneer pieces are evenly coated with the marinade.

  4. Fry Paneer

    Heat 3 tbsp oil in a pan. Add the coated paneer and fry until golden brown on all sides, about . Remove the fried paneer and set aside.

  5. Sauté Aromatics

    In another pan, heat 2 tbsp oil. Add 1 tbsp chopped garlic and 2-3 slit green chillies. for until fragrant.

  6. Add Vegetables

    Add 1 large onion and 1 large capsicum to the pan. Stir-fry for until the vegetables are slightly tender-crisp.

  7. Season Vegetables

    Add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the vegetables.

  8. Add Sauces

    Pour in 1 tbsp soya sauce, 1 tbsp tomato sauce, and 1 tbsp spicy red chilli sauce. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  9. Combine with Paneer

    Add the previously fried paneer cubes to the pan. Toss everything together to coat the paneer and vegetables evenly with the sauce.

  10. Thicken Sauce

    Pour in the corn slurry (1 tbsp corn flour mixed with 1/4 cup water). Cook for , stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the paneer and vegetables.

  11. Serve and Garnish

    Transfer the Chilli Paneer to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and sesame seeds before serving hot.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
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  • No Paneer?

    • Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
    • Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
  • No Cornstarch?

    • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (per 1 tbsp cornstarch)
    • Arrowroot powder (1:1)
    • Tapioca starch (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy and soy and gluten.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add other vegetables like carrotsCustomise

    Broccoli, or baby corn for more variety.

  • For a gravy versionCustomise

    Add more corn slurry and water to achieve desired consistency.

  • Replace paneer with tofu for a vegan optionDietary option

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipEnsure the Oil Is Hot

    Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying paneer to get a crispy exterior without absorbing too much oil.

  • Cooking tipDo Not Overcook the Vegetables

    They should remain slightly crisp for the best texture.

  • Flavour tipAdjust the Amount of Green

    Adjust the amount of green chillies and spicy red chilli sauce according to your spice preference.

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