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Sizzling Paneer Tikka Delight

Paneer Tikka

Savor the perfection of our Paneer Tikka: marinated in spices, grilled to perfection – an irresistible blend of flavors.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Paneer Tikka
Servings: 4
Author: Chef Yogi

Ingredients

First Marination

  • 600 gm Paneer (Cottage cheese cube) Malia paneer is best option for tikka dishes.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 tsp Green Chili Paste
  • 1 tsp Lime/Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Mustard oil
  • 2 tsp Table Salt
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder

Second Marination

  • 1 tbsp Mustard oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ tbsp Kashmiri red chilli powder or Paprika powder For Color
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic paste Search for "Ginger garlic paste" in this website
  • 250 gm Curd/ Yoghurt Thick or Hung
  • ½ Garam masala Powder
  • ½ tbsp Coriander seeds powder
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper Powder
  • ¼ Kastoori methi crushed
  • 1 tsp green cardamom powder
  • 1 tsp Table Salt
  • ½ tsp Chaat Masala

Instructions

Applying First Marination:

  • Dice the Paneer into chunky cubes, approximately 1" x 1".
    Succulent paneer cube delight.
  • Place the Paneer cubes in a mixing bowl.
    Paneer Cube Delight
  • Incorporate ginger-garlic paste, green chili paste, lemon juice, salt & turmeric powder into the mixing bowl.
    Paneer cubes in mixing bowl.
  • Ensure the Paneer cubes are evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
    Savory Paneer cubes in bowl.
  • Cover the bowl and let the Paneer marinate for a minimum of 2 hours or more. For optimal results, refrigerate during this time.
    Marinating Paneer for 2 hours.

Preparing Second Marination

    Warm Mustard Oil:

    • Begin by gently heating the mustard oil until it reaches a warm temperature. This step is essential to mellow down the pungency of the mustard oil, ensuring a harmonious blend of flavors.
      Mustard oil heating, spice infusion
    • Introduce the vibrant Kashmiri red chilli powder into the warm oil. Opt for a variety that is less fiery yet imparts a rich hue, creating a visually appealing and perfectly balanced spice profile. Add Turmeric and Ginger garlic paste.
      Vibrant Kashmiri Chilli Powder in chicken tikka
    • Mix well.
      Vibrant Kashmiri Spice Blend
    • Add, black pepper powder, garam masala powder, coriander seeds powder, black pepper powder, kastoori methi, green cardamom powder, table salt, and the irresistible chaat masala.
      Vibrant Masala Flavor Explosion
    • Now, add the thick or hung curd to the mix and whip it into a smooth, velvety consistency. This yogurt symphony brings a creamy texture and a delightful tanginess to our marination masterpiece.
      Creamy mix with thick curd in chicken tikka
    • You have two tempting options – either dive straight into the application of this tantalizing marination across various tandoori delights, or exercise patience and store it in an airtight container for later use. The choice is yours!
      Tandoori marination burst
    • For those who appreciate the anticipation, refrigerate the marination properly. It graciously retains its flavors for a good 4-5 days, allowing you to savor the magic over multiple meals.

    Final Step: - Applying Marination on Paneer Tikka

    • Start by dicing paneer
      Succulent paneer cube delight.
    • Similarly dice vegetables into 1" x 1" pieces. These will complement the marinated Paneer, adding a burst of flavors to the dish.
      Colorful diced veggies arrangement.
    • Elevate the taste experience by applying a second round of marination. Allow the blend of spices to infuse into the Paneer and vegetables.
      Enhance flavor with second marination in panner makhani
    • Ensure an even distribution of the flavorful marinade by meticulously mixing the Paneer chunks and vegetables. This step guarantees every bite is packed with taste. Patiently rest the marinated mixture for two or more hours.
      Marination in Progress.
    • To prevent the Tikka from sticking to the baking tray, generously grease it. This simple step ensures easy removal and a perfectly presented dish.
      Greasing tray for non-stick.
    • Create visually appealing skewers by threading the marinated Paneer and vegetables sequentially onto skewers. This step not only enhances presentation but also ensures an even cooking process.
      Tray in oven, Tikka perfection.
    • Achieve optimal cooking conditions by preheating your oven to 230°C- 240°C This ensures that the Paneer and vegetables cook evenly and attain the desired texture.
    • Place the loaded tray into the preheated oven and let the magic happen. Allow the Tikka to bake for approximately 20 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the ingredients reach perfection.
      Tray in oven, Tikka perfection.
    • Take out the tray, relish the enticing aroma, and serve the flavorful oven-baked Paneer Tikka with vegetables immediately. Delight in the rich taste and texture of this culinary creation!
      Serving aromatic oven-baked Paneer.
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