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desi pub paneer tikka recipe
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desi pub paneer tikka recipe

Indian Desi curry Pub Paneer Tikka is a savory and smoky delight, made with soft paneer cubes marinated in a mixture of spices and yogurt. Grilled until perfectly charred, this dish is a popular Indian pub snack that's perfect as an appetizer or main course. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, this recipe will quickly become a favorite for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
marination 2 hours
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the marinade:
  • 400g paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup thick Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp mustard oil
  • Salt to taste
For the vegetables:
  • 1 large onion, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes
For basting:
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
For garnish:
  • 1 tbsp chaat masala
  • Lemon wedges
  • Fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, Kashmiri red chili powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, chaat masala, lemon juice, mustard oil, and salt.
  2. Add the paneer cubes to the marinade and gently coat them evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  3. 30 minutes before cooking, add the onion and bell pepper cubes to the marinated paneer and mix gently.
  4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Thread the marinated paneer, onion, and bell peppers onto skewers, alternating between them.
  6. Place the skewers on the prepared baking sheet and brush with vegetable oil.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  8. After 10 minutes, turn on the broiler (or grill) and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the edges of the paneer and vegetables are slightly charred.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  10. Sprinkle with chaat masala, garnish with fresh coriander leaves, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
  11. Serve hot with mint chutney or tamarind chutney.

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!