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cheese chilli recipe

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About

Cheese Chilli is a popular Indo-Chinese dish that is loved by many. It is a fusion dish that combines the flavors of Indian and Chinese cuisine. The dish features pieces of cheese that are first fried until golden, then tossed in a flavorful sauce made with onions, peppers, chillies, soy sauce, and other seasonings. It's a spicy, tangy, and savory dish that can enjoyed as a main course or a side dish.

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Recipe

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Ingredients

paneer (cottage cheese)

200 grams

cornflour

1/4 cup

black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

salt

1/4 teaspoon

oil

2 tablespoons

onion, finely chopped

1

bell pepper, finely chopped

1

green chillies, finely chopped

2

ginger, finely chopped

1 teaspoon

garlic, finely chopped

2 cloves

soy sauce

2 tablespoons

chilli sauce

1 tablespoon

vinegar

1 teaspoon

water

1/2 cup

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Directions

Step 1:

Cut the paneer into small cubes.

Step 2:

In a bowl, mix together the cornflour, salt, and pepper. Add the paneer cubes to the bowl and toss until they are coated in the cornflour mixture.

Step 3:

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the paneer cubes and fry until they are golden brown. Remove the paneer from the pan and set aside.

Step 4:

In the same pan, add the onions, bell pepper, and green chillies. Cook until the vegetables are soft and translucent.

Step 5:

Add the ginger and garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant.

Step 6:

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, chilli sauce, and vinegar. Add this sauce to the pan and stir until the vegetables are coated.

Step 7:

Add the fried paneer cubes back into the pan and toss until they are coated in the sauce.

Step 8:

Add water to the pan and let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 9:

Serve the cheese chilli hot with fried rice or noodles.

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