Paneer Kebab Recipe: Check Out This Easy Iconically Indian Recipe For Diwali

Paneer kabab is a delicious fried snack that is seasoned with spices and gently fried till it becomes golden and crunchy. So this Diwali try this easy Paneer Kebabs and enjoy it with your friends and family. 

how to make Paneer Kebab

Diwali is a festival of lights, joy, and tasty food. One of the popular dishes to be enjoyed during this festive season is Paneer Kebab. Paneer Kebab is a vegetarian appetiser that is made using paneer, one of the loved food items by all Indians.

Paneer kebab is a versatile dish that can be served in a variety of ways. It can be served as an appetiser, a side dish, or even as a main course. It can be eaten on its own or served with coriander or mint chutney and some onions. The spices and herbs used in the marinade add a depth of flavour to the cheese, making it a delicious and savoury snack or meal. You can easily pair this dish with your favourite cocktails and mocktails as well.

Paneer is an excellent source of protein, essential for building and maintaining muscle mass. Paneer also contains a significant amount of calcium, vital for strong bones. Paneer can also improve digestion and strengthen the immune system due to its high content of probiotics and antioxidants. It is a versatile ingredient that can be easily incorporated into a variety of meals and provides several health benefits, making it a nutritious addition to one's diet.

Paneer kebab is a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian option that is full of protein and can be served in a variety of ways. So here is an easy recipe that you can try for Paneer Kebab this Diwali to relish with your near and dear ones.

How To Make For Paneer Kebab:

Paneer Kebab

1. Place the grated paneer and boiled aloo in a large bowl and combine them well.

2. Now, thoroughly mix in the cornflour, ginger-garlic paste, chaat masala, coriander powder, and red chilli powder.

3. Mix everything well to create a dough for paneer kebabs.

4. Place a portion the size of a lemon on your hand, press it flat, and form it into kebabs.

5. For the remaining dough mix, repeat the same procedure.

6. When the kababs are prepared, heat some oil in a small pan. The kababs should be carefully added to hot oil and shallow-fried until crisp and brown.

7. After flipping, cook the opposite side until browned.

8. Take them out from the pan and put on some tissue paper to soak the extra oil. Similarly, fry each kabab until they are crisp and brown.

9. Once the paneer kebab is cooked, remove them from the oven and serve with some chutney.

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This Diwali impress your guests with easy homemade Paneer Kebab recipe
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  • Total Time :40 min
  • Preparation Time : 20 min
  • Cooking Time : 20 min
  • Servings : 3
  • Cooking Level : Medium
  • Course: Appetisers
  • Calories: 200
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Author: Alice Mary Topno

Ingredients

  • 200 g paneer cut into cubes
  • 3 medium-sized Potatoes (boiled and grated)
  • 2 tbsp Cornflour
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 lemon
  • cut into wedges
  • 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

Step

  • Step 1 :

    In a large bowl, add the grated paneer, boiled potatoes, cornflour, coriander powder, chaat masala, ginger-garlic paste, and red chilli powder. Then combine everything well to make the kebab mix.

  • Step 2 :

    Now divide the prepared mixture into equal portions, about the size of a lemon (small size)

  • Step 3 :

    Each ball should be shaped and flattened into a kebab (like a patty).

  • Step 4 :

    Gently cook the kababs in hot oil until they get golden brown and crunchy on all sides.

  • Step 5 :

    Once done, turn off the heat. Serve these Paneer Kebabs with your favourite chutney or sauce.