To avoid monotonous consumption of paneer, you may prepare various recipes that are tasty and do not alter their nutritional qualities. Some of the best healthy recipes of paneer are:
#1 Paneer tikka
Paneer tikka is one of the healthiest appetizers. Apart from appetizers, it may also find its place in sandwiches, pizzas, and wraps
Ingredients
- 200 gms paneer
- 1 Onion
- 1 Bell pepper
- 6 tbsp Thick curd
- 1 tsp Red chili powder
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Chat masala
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Garlic paste
- 1 tsp Ajwain seeds
- 1 tsp Dried fenugreek leaves crushed
- 1 tsp Mustard oil
Instructions
- Cut paneer in nine squares.
- Chop one large onion and bell pepper. The size of the chopped onions and bell pepper should be similar to the paneer cubes.
- Add thick curd, red chili powder, garam masala, chat masala and salt, coriander powder, and turmeric powder in a mixing bowl.
- Add garlic paste, ajwain seeds, dried fenugreek leaves, and mustard oil to the same mixing bowl.
- Then, add the onion and bell pepper into the marinade and coat them properly.
- Add the paneer cubes to the marinade and mix.
- Cover and place the bowl in the refrigerator for one hour.
- After taking the mixture out, thread the paneer, onions, and bell pepper on a skewer.
- Spray some oil on a heated tawa. Place the skewers on the center and grill them on medium heat.
- Turn the skewers constantly to grill the ingredients evenly. Grill them until they turn golden yellow.
- Place the skewers on the serving plate and serve with green chutney.
#2 Stir fry paneer with broccoli
Stir-fried vegetables with paneer is a perfect low carb healthy option for a light meal or those who are looking to manage their weight.
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets
- 1 cup Spinach leaves
- 200 gms Paneer
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 chopped Garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp Chilli flakes
- 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Garam masala
Instructions
- Cut paneer into one-inch cubes.
- Parboil the broccoli florets in water for 2 minutes and strain.
- Heat oil in a pan and then add the garlic & saute.
- Add the paneer cubes and saute for a minute.
- Add the broccoli and seasonings and saute for two minutes.
- Lastly, add the spinach, cook till it wilts and turn off the flame.
- Add the lemon juice and serve hot.
#3 Paneer toast
Paneer toast is a healthy breakfast option that can provide you with adequate energy for the whole day. Making paneer toast is very easy.
Ingredients
- Paneer slice
- Ghee/butter
- 1 Onion
- 1 Tomato
- 2 Bread slices
- Mint and cilantro leaves
- 2 tbsp Salt
Instructions
- Pour some ghee or butter into a frying pan. Add onions and tomatoes to the pan and fry them on medium heat
- Crumble the paneer and add it to the frying pan along with salt and mix it thoroughly. Put the mixture in a bowl.
- In a different pan and add some ghee or butter. Then place two pieces of bread in the pan.
- Spread the paneer evenly on the bread. Sprinkle finely chopped mint and cilantro leaves.
- Cover the pan and cook it on low flame for 3-4 minutes. Your paneer cheese toast is ready.
