Make Restaurant Style Paneer Tikka At Home

Paneer Tikka is a popular Indian appetiser that never fails to impress with its rich flavours and tantalising aroma. This vegetarian dish is a favourite among both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, thanks to its succulent marinated paneer cubes grilled to perfection. In this recipe blog, we'll guide you through the steps to create Paneer Tikka right in your own kitchen.

For Marination:

1. 200g paneer (cubed)
2. 1 cup of thick yogurt
3. 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
4. 1 tablespoon red chilli powder
5. 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
6. 1 tablespoon garam masala
7. 1 tablespoon of coriander powder
8. 1 tablespoon cumin powder
9. Salt to taste
10. Finely chopped Fresh coriander and mint leaves 
11. Bell peppers (sliced into chunks)
12. Onions (sliced into chunks)

Prepare the Marinade:

1. In a large bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, finely chopped coriander and mint leaves. Stir everything together until it becomes a smooth and thick mixture.
2. Put the pieces of paneer in the marinade, making sure each piece gets covered nicely. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator. This step enhances the flavours.

Prepare the Skewers:

Thread the marinated paneer, bell peppers, onions, onto the skewers, or else you can use a toothpick to alternate the ingredients. This makes a good-looking and yummy mix.

Grilling:

1. Preheat your grill pan or oven to a medium-high temperature.
2. Brush the skewers you prepared above, with a little oil and place them on the preheated grill pan or in the oven.
3. Grill the paneer skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the paneer is golden brown and has a nice char on the edges.

Tips to make perfect Paneer Tikka:

1. Use firm paneer to prevent it from crumbling during marinating and grilling.
2. You can also add a tablespoon of besan (gram flour) to the marinade for an extra crunch.
3. Change the amount of spice based on how much you like it.
4. If you don't have a grill, you can use a grill pan or bake the skewers in the oven.

Serve Hot:

Paneer Tikka is best enjoyed hot off the grill. Serve it with mint chutney, tamarind sauce, or a side of naan bread. It makes for a delightful appetiser at parties or a flavorful addition to your dinner table.

Enjoy the burst of flavours and the melt-in-the-mouth texture of this homemade Paneer Tikka. This recipe is sure to become a favourite among your family and friends. Happy cooking!

Written By: Dhanalakshmi M