🧀 Paneer 65 Recipe

Spicy, crispy paneer cubes tossed in a flavorful South Indian-style tempering — the perfect vegetarian twist on a classic.

🧂 Ingredients
For Marinating Paneer:
250 g paneer (cut into bite-sized cubes)

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tsp red chili powder

½ tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp garam masala or Welza Paneer 65 Masala

½ tsp black pepper powder (optional)

Salt to taste

1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar

2 tbsp cornflour

2 tbsp rice flour (for crispiness)

Water as needed to coat

Oil for deep frying or shallow frying

For Tempering:
1 tbsp oil

1 tsp mustard seeds

2–3 green chilies (slit)

2 sprigs curry leaves

4–5 garlic cloves (sliced or chopped)

2 tbsp thick curd (optional, for coating)

1 pinch Kashmiri red chili powder (for color)

👩🍳 Instructions
1. Marinate the Paneer
In a bowl, mix ginger-garlic paste, chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and lemon juice.

Add cornflour and rice flour, and mix with a little water to make a thick coating on the paneer cubes.

Gently toss the paneer in the marinade until evenly coated. Let it rest for 15–20 minutes.

2. Fry the Paneer
Heat oil in a pan.

Shallow or deep fry the paneer cubes on medium heat until crispy and golden.

Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

3. Prepare the Tempering
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan.

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Add green chilies, curry leaves, and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds.

(Optional) Add 2 tbsp thick curd and a pinch of Kashmiri red chili powder. Cook for 1 minute on low flame.

Add the fried paneer cubes and toss everything together until well coated.

🍽️ To Serve:
Garnish with chopped coriander, lemon wedges, or onion rings.

Serve hot with mint chutney or as a side with biryani or fried rice.

💡 Pro Tips:
Use fresh, firm paneer for best results.

You can bake or air-fry the paneer cubes for a healthier version.

Adjust spice levels to suit your taste — this dish is meant to be bold and zesty!

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