Rasoi Rang

Paneer Pan Fried Recipe

INGREDIENTS :[for the pan fried paneer]
Paneer : 300gm
Cumin Powder : 1/2tsp
Coriander Powder : 1/2tsp
Aamchur Powder : 1/2tsp
Garam Masala Powder : 1/2tsp
Turmeric Powder : 1/2tsp
Red Chilli Powder : 1tsp
Salt : As Required
Mustard Oil : 2+3 tbsp [for colour, other oils can be used]

INGREDIENTS : [ for the sautéed onion and chillies]
Onion : 2 medium to big
Red Chilli : 2 those big, fat variety
Green Chilli : 2 those big, fat variety
Black Pepper Powder : 1/2tsp
Chat Masala : 1/2tsp
Salt : As Required
Oil : 2tsp

METHOD :

Cut the paneer block into smaller cubes. Marinate the paneer cubes with all the spice powders, salt and 2tbsp mustard oil. Keep aside for half an hour.
Peel, wash and slice the onions. Wash and chop the chillies.
Heat 2tsp oil in a wok. Add the sliced onions, saute till soft and pink. Add the chopped chillies. Once they are a bit soft, add salt, black pepper and chat masala. Stir well for a minute.
Heat 3tbsp oil in a pan, Gently place the marinated paneer cubes on the pan discarding the marinade. We will cook all sides for 1-2 minutes each at low heat.
Transfer to a serving plate.