Indo Chinese CHILLI PANEER. Chilli paneer is a famous Indo-Chinese dish that's sweet, spicy, and tangy! My version is healthier than what you'll find in restaurants, and it's also much easier to make (no need to deep-fry anything!). This recipe calls for my pre-made onion masala sauce, which adds loads of flavor. Indo Chinese CHILLI PANEER

You can cook Indo Chinese CHILLI PANEER using 22 ingredients and 13 steps. Here is how you achieve it.

Ingredients of Indo Chinese CHILLI PANEER
  1. You need 250 grams of paneer cut into cubes.
  2. You need 3 tbsp of cornstarch.
  3. Prepare 3 tbsp of all-purpose flour.
  4. Prepare 1/2 tsp of salt.
  5. It’s as needed of Water.
  6. You need As required of Oil I prefer canola oil.
  7. You need 2 tbsp of soy sauce.
  8. Prepare 1 tbsp of lemon juice.
  9. Prepare 3 tbsp of Green chillies sauce.
  10. Prepare 2 tbsp of tomato sauce.
  11. You need 1/2 tsp of sugar.
  12. It’s For of cornstarch slurry :.
  13. It’s 3 tbsp of water.
  14. It’s 1 tbsp of Cornstarch.
  15. It’s 3 tbsp of sesame oil for stir fry.
  16. You need 1 tbsp of chopped ginger.
  17. Prepare 1 tbsp of chopped garlic.
  18. It’s 1 of Green chillie sliced.
  19. Prepare 1 of medium sized onion, cut into square.
  20. Prepare 1 of Green pepper, cut into square.
  21. Prepare 3-4 tbsp of water.
  22. Prepare Handful of Green onion for garnishing.

Chilli Paneer can also be served as a side dish. This is absolutely delicious and easy to make. Chilli Paneer or Paneer Chilli needs no introduction. It's probably one of the most famous indo-chinese dish after may be chowmein and chilli chicken :).

Indo Chinese CHILLI PANEER step by step

  1. Cut paneer into cubes. To a large bowl, add 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 3 tablespoons flour along with salt, pepper..

  2. Add water to make a free flowing batter, it should neither be thick nor thin. I added little less than 1/2 cup water here. Meanwhile heat oil in a wok/kadai on medium heat to deep fry the paneer..

  3. Dip each paneer cube into the batter..

  4. And then add them into the hot oil..

  5. Fry until the paneer pieces get golden brown and crispy from both sides. Drain the fried paneer on paper towel..

  6. Meanwhile, in a measuring jar or bowl, add soy sauce (I use regular and dark soy sauce, 1 tablespoon each), rice vinegar, green chili sauce, tomato ketchup and sugar. Mix until all is well combined and set aside..

  7. Also mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 3 tablespoons water until cornstarch dissolves completely and set aside..

  8. Heat sesame oil in wok on medium-high heat. Once oil is hot, add the ginger, garlic and green chili. Saute for 1 minute. Then add the quartered onion and peppers. Cook for 2 minutes. Veggies should remain crunchy and you should cook on high heat..

  9. Add in the prepared sauce and mix and lower heat to medium..

  10. Then add in the prepared cornstarch slurry. Mix well, sauce will begin to thicken. Add additional 3 to 4 tablespoons water..

  11. Stir in the fried paneer cubes. Toss to combine the paneer with the sauce..

  12. Turn off heat and garnish with green onions.

  13. Serve chilli paneer with fried rice..

Indo-chinese is one of my favourite cuisines and I am seriously addicted to it. So much so that I order it just about anywhere it may be available. Chilli Paneer Recipe is a classic Indo Chinese dish that is inspired with the asian sauces using indian ingredients. By using paneer and thai red chillies, this dish gets a perfect kick in terms of hotness. Chilli Paneer Recipe is a popular Indo Chinese dish which is quick to make.