Pahadi Paneer Tikka ( Kebabs and Tikkis Recipe)

by Tarla Dalal

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पहाड़ी पनीर टिक्का - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Pahadi Paneer Tikka ( Kebabs and Tikkis Recipe) in Hindi)

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Think of the mountains, and you are immediately reminded of fresh scents, green sights and a crisp chill in the air. What would you like to eat in such a situation? Well, the Pahadi Paneer Tikka has it all. It features crisp and juicy veggies along with soft and luscious paneer, all of which have imbibed the tangy notes and spicy flavours of the marinade. What is more, this tikka arrangement is conveniently cooked on a non-stick tava and can therefore be easily prepared at home by anybody.

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Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins 4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

2 cups paneer (cottage cheese) , cut into 25 mm (1") cubes
1 cup onions , cut into 25 mm (1") cubes
1 cup capsicum , cut into 25 mm (1") cubes
1 cup tomatoes , cut into 25 mm (1") cubes
1 tbsp oil
salt to taste

To Be Ground To A Smooth Green Marinade
1 cup chopped mint leaves (phudina)
1/2 cup chopped coriander (dhania)
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1 tbsp chopped green chillies
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh cream
2 tbsp fresh curds (dahi)
salt to taste

Method

Thread the one piece of each paneer, onion, capsicum and tomato onto a toothpick. Repeat with the remaining toothpicks to make more tikkas.
Apply the green marinade on the tikkas and keep aside for 15 to 20 minutes.
Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and sauté till the tikkas turn golden brown on all sides.
Remove from the flame and serve immediately.