Paneer Tikka
Charred cubes of spiced paneer and vegetables marinated in tangy yogurt and warm spices, finished with a buttered sear for a smoky, tender bite. Serve straight from the skewers with bright cilantro and a squeeze of lemon.
1 lb paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup plain yogurt, thick, room temperature
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp oil
1 ginger, 1-inch, grated
2 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp turmeric
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp chaat masala
1 tbsp kasuri methi, dried, lightly crushed
1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, cut into wedges
8 cherry tomatoes
8 skewers, wooden, soaked if using wooden skewers
1 tbsp butter, melted
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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