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desi pub hakka soya paneer recipe
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desi pub hakka soya paneer recipe

The Indian Desi Pub Hakka Soya Paneer recipe is a mouth watering fusion dish combining Indian paneer with the bold flavors of Hakka cuisine. Stir-fried with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a medley of Indian spices, this dish offers a spicy, savory punch. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, this recipe is a hit in desi pubs, offering a delicious balance of textures and tastes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the soya paneer:
  • 200g firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 200g paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
For the marinade:
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha hot sauce
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
For the sauce:
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 large onion, cut into chunks
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup tomato ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Sriracha hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water
For garnish:
  • 2 tbsp spring onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, Sriracha, and vinegar for the marinade. Add tofu and paneer cubes, gently toss to coat, and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat (around 350°F or 175°C).
  3. Mix cornstarch and flour in a shallow dish. Coat the marinated tofu and paneer cubes with this mixture.
  4. Fry the coated cubes in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  5. In the same wok, heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  6. Add ginger-garlic paste and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add onion chunks and stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened but still crunchy.
  8. Add green and red bell pepper chunks and green chilies. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
  9. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, ketchup, Sriracha, brown sugar, and vinegar for the sauce.
  10. Pour the sauce mixture into the wok and bring to a simmer.
  11. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  12. Gently fold in the fried tofu and paneer cubes, coating them with the sauce.
  13. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  14. Garnish with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.
  15. Serve hot as an appetizer or main course with fried rice or noodles.

Notes

You can serve this dish with fresh naan (garlic naan is also lovely!) Chips (plain, masala or chilli chips are all highly recommended) and also don't forget the sauces and chutneys that complete these desi indian pub meals. You can find the recipes for these sauces right here!