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Paneer Kebab with Cilantro Mint Chutney
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
1 hr
 

Easy, Tender, Delicious…!! Veggie Kebabs made with Cottage Cheese (Paneer), Bell Peppers and Onions… Marinated in Indian spices, and Served with a classic Cilantro Mint Chutney…!

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: indian, kebab, paneer, skewers
Servings: 4
Author: Akhila
Ingredients
  • 14 oz. fresh paneer (cubed)
  • 1 red and green bell pepper (cubed)
  • 1 big onion (cubed)
  • Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 mins)
  • Oil (as required)
For the marinade
  • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala powder
  • 1 tsp dried kasuri methi / fenugreek leaves (crushed)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Pinch of turmeric powder
  • 3-4 tbsp yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Lemon slices (garnish)
  • Cilantro leaves (garnish)
For Mint Cilantro Chutney
  • 1 handful of cilantro leaves
  • 1 handful of mint leaves
  • Juice of half lime
  • 2 tbsp yogurt
  • 1 small onion/1 tbsp chopped onion
  • 1 garlic
  • Salt (as required)
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients of the marinade to make a smooth paste.
  2. Add the paneer, bell peppers and onions to the bowl and mix well. Allow it to marinate for 3-4 hrs. In the meantime, soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 mins.

  3. Remove the wooden skewers from water and wipe it with a kitchen cloth. Apply some oil on to it using a brush.

  4. Thread paneer into the skewers alternating with bell peppers and onions. Make sure not to crowd it. Brush oil generously on the paneer and the veggies to prevent it from drying out during the cook.
Oven Method
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and grease it.
  3. Stack the skewers on the tray leaving some space between them.
  4. Bake for 35 -40 mins. Halfway through the cook, flip the skewers, and brush with oil. Cook until the veggies start to shrink and paneer turns lightly charred. Do not overcook the paneer as it will turn rubbery. Serve immediately.

Pan Method
  1. Add oil to a pan and heat on a medium high flame.
  2. Place the skewers on the pan and cook for about 8 – 10 mins. Halfway through the cook, flip the skewers, and brush with oil. Cook until the veggies start to shrink and paneer turns lightly charred. Do not overcook the paneer as it will turn rubbery. Serve immediately. 

For Mint Cilantro Chutney
  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth. Add salt as needed.
  2. Garnish with lemon slices and cilantro leaves. Serve hot with the chutney.