Spicy Paneer & Egg Toast - Indian Street Food

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20 mins

Cuisine

Indian · Street Food

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

10 min

Serving

2 servings

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the filling mixture

    In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup grated paneer, 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, and 1/4 cup chopped onions.

  2. Add egg and spices

    Crack 1 large egg into the bowl with the vegetables and paneer. Add 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

  3. Mix the filling

    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with a spoon until well combined and the egg is fully incorporated.

  4. Assemble the sandwiches

    Take 4 slices of bread. Spread the prepared filling mixture evenly over one side of each bread slice. Grate some additional paneer over the mixture on the bread slices for extra flavor.

  5. Form the sandwiches

    Place another bread slice on top of the filled bread slice to form a sandwich.

  6. Pan-fry the sandwiches

    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil or butter in a pan over medium heat. Carefully place the assembled sandwiches into the hot pan. Cook for per side, or until both sides are golden brown and crispy.

  7. Cut and serve

    Remove the sandwiches from the pan. Using a knife, cut each sandwich diagonally into two triangles. Arrange the bread triangles on a serving plate.

  8. Garnish

    Garnish the spicy paneer and egg with fresh onion rings before serving.

Before You Cook

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  • No Paneer?

    • Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
    • Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.

  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

  • No Egg?

    • 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
    • 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy and eggs.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add other chopped vegetables likeCustomise

    Add other chopped vegetables like bell peppers or corn for more flavor and texture.

  • Use cheese slices instead ofIngredient swap

    Use cheese slices instead of grated paneer for a different cheesy flavor.

  • Serve with a side of

    Serve with a side of ketchup or green chutney.

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