Paneer Kebabs with Mint + Cilantro
Indian Medium

Paneer Kebabs with Mint + Cilantro

Hara Paneer Tikka

VegetarianGluten-FreeGrillPaneer
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⏱️ 45 minutes 25 minutes prep · 15 minutes cook
🍽️ 4 Serves
380 Calories
22g Protein
12g Carbs
28g Fat

Why This Recipe Works

A vibrant green marinade of fresh mint and cilantro transforms mild paneer into a zesty, aromatic delight. These skewers are charred to perfection, offering a beautiful contrast between the crispy edges and the soft, warm center.


Instructions

1

Set your oven to 425Β°F and line a pan with foil, brushing it with a little oil. If you are using wooden skewers, let them soak in a bowl of cold water now so they do not burn later.

2

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and stir in the chickpea flour. Toast the flour for about two minutes, stirring constantly, until it smells nutty and turns a deep almond-skin color, then pull it off the heat.

3

Whiz the cilantro, mint, yogurt, garlic, chiles, salt, and lemon juice in a blender until you have a fine, smooth paste. Stir this herb mixture into the toasted chickpea flour paste until well combined.

4

Gently coat the paneer cubes in the herb mixture and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes. This gives the flavors time to penetrate the dense cheese.

5

Thread the marinated paneer and bell peppers onto your skewers, alternating as you go. Bake them for 12 to 15 minutes, turning them once halfway through. Look for the edges of the paneer to become charred and crisp while the inside turns super-soft.


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Make Ahead: The herb mixture can be made 1 day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Marinate the paneer just before baking.
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Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this recipe?

Refrigerate up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead of time?

The herb mixture can be made 1 day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Marinate the paneer just before baking.

Rohit Bothra
Recipe by

Rohit Bothra

Self-taught cook exploring global vegetarian cuisine from my Atlanta kitchen.

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