Chili Paneer is a popular Indo-Chinese dish loved for its spicy, tangy, and flavorful taste. Perfect as a starter or side dish, it combines soft paneer cubes with crunchy vegetables and a fiery sauce.

Ingredients

For Paneer:

· 200g paneer, cut into cubes

· 2 tbsp cornflour

· 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional)

· salt and pepper to taste

· oil for shallow frying

For Sauce:

· 1 onion, sliced

· 1 capsicum (bell pepper), sliced

· 2–3 green chilies, slit

· 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

· 2–3 tbsp soy sauce

· 1–2 tbsp tomato ketchup

· 1 tsp chili sauce (adjust to taste)

· 1 tsp vinegar

· 1/2 tsp black pepper powder

· 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)

· 2–3 tbsp water

· 2 tbsp oil

· Spring onions for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare Paneer

· Mix cornflour, flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

· Coat paneer cubes evenly.

· Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry paneer until golden. Drain on paper towels.

2. Prepare the Sauce

· Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan.

· Sauté ginger-garlic paste, onions, capsicum, and green chilies for 2–3 minutes.

· Add soy sauce, chili sauce, ketchup, vinegar, black pepper, sugar, and water.

· Stir and cook for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

3. Combine Paneer and Sauce

· Add fried paneer to the sauce.

· Toss gently to coat paneer evenly with the sauce.

· Cook for another 2 minutes for flavors to blend.

4. Garnish and Serve

· Garnish with chopped spring onions.

· Serve hot as a starter, snack, or side dish with fried rice or noodles.

Tips for Perfect Chili Paneer

1. Use firm paneer to prevent breaking while frying.

2. Adjust spiciness by changing green chilies or chili sauce quantity.

3. Don’t overcook vegetables; keep them slightly crunchy.

4. Cornflour coating ensures paneer stays crispy in sauce.

5. For extra flavor, sprinkle a little sesame oil while tossing paneer in sauce.

Bottom Line:
Chili Paneer is a quick, flavorful Indo-Chinese dish that balances spice, tanginess, and softness. Perfect for parties or family meals, it’s easy to prepare, nutritious, and irresistible for paneer lovers.

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