Cooking Lucid
Paneer Tikka
Charred cubes of paneer and bell peppers marinated in spiced yogurt and grilled until smoky. A vegetarian showstopper for parties or as a starter before a curry feast.
Prep 20 min
Cook 15 min
Total 50 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — Marinate
- 14 oz paneer (cubed)
- 1 red bell pepper (cubed)
- 1 green bell pepper (cubed)
- 1 medium onion (cubed)
- ¾ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp besan (gram flour)
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp chaat masala
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp oil
- Lemon juice
Step 2 — Grill or bake
- Metal skewers (soaked if wooden)
- Oil for brushing
Step 3 — Serve
- Mint chutney
- Lemon wedges
- Sliced onions
Instructions
- 1
Marinate
Whisk yogurt with besan, ginger-garlic paste, spices, salt, oil, and lemon juice. Toss paneer and vegetables in marinade. Rest 30 minutes.
- 2
Grill
Thread paneer and vegetables onto skewers. Grill or broil at high heat 3–4 minutes per side until charred at edges. Brush with oil as needed.
- 3
Serve
Sprinkle with chaat masala and serve immediately with mint chutney, lemon wedges, and raw onion rings.
Nutrition per serving: 320 cal · 16g protein · 14g carbs · 24g fat · 2g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
