Chilli Paneer | Easy Indo Chinese Appetizer Recipe (2024)

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My 110th recipe, "Chilli Paneer (Dry)", a wonderful appetizer from the Indo Chinese cuisine. Paneer tossed in delicious Asian sauced until dry and succulent.

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Indo Chinese cuisine is the adaptation of Chinese seasoning and cooking techniques to Indian tastes through a larger offering of vegetarian dishes. It was basically developed by the Chinese community that settled down in the Eastern states of India. With an enormous number of mouth watering vegetarian dishes, it is one among my very favorite cuisines.

There was a time in my life when I would place an order in a restaurant without any second thoughts and even without looking at the menu. It would be always Butter Naan and Paneer Butter Masala. That is basically because I love Paneer so much. How would it be when both my loves combine ? It would be surely a party in my mouth. That is exactly what Chilli Paneer brings to the table.

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Soft Paneer cooked in the best of Indo Chinese sauces and flavors. I absolutely loved it when I tried it for the first time at the Paradise Restaurant here in US. While I have happily eaten it multiple times at the restaurant, only recently I decided to give it a try in my kitchen. Ever since, I never had to return to the restaurant again to have my favorite Chilli Paneer 😉

Chilli Paneer (Dry)

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Chilli Paneer

Revathi Palani

Chilli Paneer is a wonderful appetizer from the Indo Chinese cuisine. Soft Paneer cooked in the best of Indo Chinese sauces and flavors.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • Oil - 1 Tbsp
  • Onion - 1 Medium (Cubed)
  • Capsicum - ½ Medium (Cubed)
  • Sugar - a large pinch
  • Salt - a pinch (Adjust as needed)
  • Spring onion - 3 (Finely chopped)

For fried paneer

  • Paneer - 7oz (½ Packet)
  • All purpose flour/Maida - 1 ½ Tbsp
  • Corn flour - 1 ½ Tbsp
  • Salt - ¼ tsp (Adjust as needed)
  • Oil - For frying

For Chilli garlic sauce mixture

  • Oil - 1 Tbsp
  • Garlic - 1 ½ Tbsp (Finely chopped)
  • Ginger - 1 ½ Tbsp (Finely chopped)
  • Asian hot sauce (Sriracha) - 1 tsp
  • Tomato ketchup - 1 Tbsp
  • Crushed red pepper/Chilli flakes - ½ tsp
  • Fresh ground black pepper - ¼ tsp
  • Soya sauce - 4 drops
  • Salt - A large pinch (Adjust as needed)

Instructions

  • First cut the paneer into smaller cubes and let it sit in hot water for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile take a mixing bowl add the all purpose and corn flours, Salt and required amount of water (about 3 Tbsp) mix well to get a thin paste.

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  • Now remove the paneer from water and add to the prepared batter and mix in such a way that the batter gets coated evenly over the paneer cubes. Keep aside and let it rest for 3 minutes.

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  • Meanwhile heat the oil for frying. Fry the batter coated paneer in batches until golden brown. Drain the excess oil on a paper napkin.

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  • Now will move on to the chilli garlic sauce mixture for chilli paneer. Heat a pan with oil, add the garlic, ginger and saute until they are golden brown. Turn the flame to low-medium. Now add the other ingredients listed under "For chilli garlic sauce mixture" in given order and saute until the mixture becomes slightly thick and starts to ooze out the oil. Turn off the flame and keep aside.

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  • Now heat a large pan / wok with oil, add the onion and saute until translucent. Add the capsicum, salt, sugar and saute for a minute. Follow it by the prepared sauce mixture and give a stir until well combined.

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  • Finally, add the fried paneer and toss until they are well combined with the mixture. Add the chopped spring onion give a quick toss and turn off the flame. Transfer to the serving plate.

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  • Enjoy hot as an appetizer.

Notes | FAQ

- Soaking paneer in hot water is purely optional. It is needed to soften the paneer. In case of using home made paneer you can skip that step.

- The batter should not be too thin or thick. It should get coated over the paneer, but it should not be a thick coating.

- You can shallow or deep fry the paneer.

- Do adjust the spiceness (Hot sauce, Black pepper, Chilli flakes) according to your comfort level. The quantity mentioned is for a spicy version.

- Do adjust the salt according to your taste keeping in mind that the sauces added have salt in them.

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  1. Avanish says

    Chilli Paneer | Easy Indo Chinese Appetizer Recipe (19)
    My favourite recipes of indo Chinese cuisines it is a very easy recipe and it taste was yummy nd delicious thanks for recipe

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    • revifood says

      Thanks for trying Avanish. Glad you love it 🙂

      Reply

  2. Mukesh Dua says

    Thanks for the yummy recipe. I love chilli paneerand tried your method it was really good. Thanks a lot.

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    • revifood says

      Thanks for trying Mukesh. Glad that you liked it 🙂

      Reply

  3. Farisha says

    Thanks for sharing paneer recipe. ...please post some more of your favorite recipe

    Reply

    • revifood says

      Thanks Farisha 🙂

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Chilli Paneer | Easy Indo Chinese Appetizer Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in Ching's secret paneer chilli masala? ›

Corn Flour, Salt, Mixed Spices, Garlic, Onion, Chilli, Ginger, Cumin, Coriander, Pepper, Sugar, Natural Colour, Soy Sauce Powder, Soybean, Wheat, Salt, Flavour Enhancer, Tomato Powder, Anticaking Agent, Dried Glucose Syrup, Emulsifying Stabilizing Agent, Sunflower Oil, Acidity Regulatory.

What is chilli paneer made of? ›

Chilli Paneer is one of the most popular recipes in Indo-Chinese cuisine. It is simply flour or batter coated fried paneer cubes tossed in a spicy, salty, tangy and sweet sauce made with green bell peppers, garlic, ginger, green chillies, soy sauce and more seasonings.

Is chilli paneer healthy? ›

Around 15 grams of protein are present in one serving of paneer chilli, which is good for muscle growth and repair. - Additionally, paneer chilli may contain dietary fibre, particularly if bell peppers are added to the recipe. Fibre helps to maintain a healthy gut and is good for digestion.

How many calories are in dried chilli paneer? ›

Our chilli paneer calories clock at 404kcal per serving which means it's a fantastic fit for any diet plan. If you're trying to lose weight, you cannot skip out on this recipe.

Is paneer masala unhealthy? ›

No, this recipe is not good for diabetics, heart and weight loss BUT they can use low fat paneer, very little fresh cream and low fat milk and then eat a small amount. Can healthy individuals have paneer butter masala ? Yes, as there is healthy fat used in the recipe but don't over eat !

Is there Ajinomoto in Ching's masala? ›

Ching's Secret on X: "@mrzoozoo Ching's Secret Schezwan Miracle Masala does not contain any msg/ajinomoto :)" / X.

Can diabetic patient eat paneer chilli? ›

–Add turmeric, cumin, and a pinch of red chilli powder for a flavourful and nutritious side dish. Paneer is a delicious and nutritious choice for individuals with diabetes, offering proteins, healthy fats and essential nutrients. As always, consult with your dietician to personalise your diabetes management approach.

Is it OK to eat paneer everyday? ›

I advise consuming approximately 100 grams of paneer (cottage cheese) daily. However, it is important to avoid excessive consumption as it may lead to abdominal issues. Paneer contains micronutrients that play major biological activities necessary for our healthy growth.

How long does chilli paneer last in the fridge? ›

Chilli Paneer is best eaten on the day it's made but you can keep it refrigerated for up to 48 hours, or freeze for up to 3 months. Allow the Chilli Paneer to cool completely. Place the chilli paneer in a freezer-safe container and freezer for up to 3 months. Defrost at room temperature and heat through.

Is paneer less calories than chicken? ›

Again, if you want to consume less calories, then chicken might be better for you. 100g of chicken contains 165 calories. On the other hand, 100g of paneer will fill you up with about 265-320 calories.

Does chilli paneer contain Ajinomoto? ›

Add a little water, chilli garlic sauce, ajinomoto, red and yellow capsicum cubes, soya sauce, curry leaves, salt, lime juice and mix. Add the fried paneer to this spices mixture and mix well. Once done lastly finish off with fresh coriander leaves. It's truly a feast for the vegetarians.

How many calories are in 2 chapatis? ›

How Many Calories Does a Roti Have?
Roti Variety and Portion SizeCalories
Calories in 1 roti (small size of 15 cms in diameter)71
Calories in 1 roti (35 grams serving)92
Calories in 2 chapatis (medium size of 18 cm diameter, each)212
Calories in 2 rotis (35 grams serving, each)184
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What are the ingredients in Chings Chinese masala? ›

Salt, Spices 30% (Garlic, Red Chilli, Onion, Ginger, Schezwan Pepper), Soy Bean Powder (Soy Bean, Wheat, Salt), Disodium 5'-Guanylate, Disodium 5'-Inosinate, (Flavour Enhancers E627, E631), Silicon Dioxide (Anticaking Agent E551), Citric Acid (Acidifying Acid E330), Sunflower Oil, Yeast Extract, Paprika (Natural Colour ...

What is paneer masala made of? ›

Paneer Butter Masala, also known as butter paneer is a rich & creamy curry made with paneer, spices, onions, tomatoes, cashews and butter. As the name denotes, the curry is cooked in butter which imparts it's characteristic buttery flavor to the dish.

Is Ching's Secret vegetarian? ›

The easy to cook noodles are 100% vegetarian with the perfect texture after cooking that retains more flavour on the surface to send your taste buds in overdrive.

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