Tips for Experienced Cooks
To elevate the flavors of your paneer tikka, consider adding a smoky element to the marinade. If you have access to liquid smoke, add a few drops to your yogurt mixture. This mimics the traditional tandoor-cooked flavor without needing the actual equipment. Additionally, experiment with the size of your paneer cubes. Larger cubes can help retain more moisture inside, resulting in a creamier texture upon grilling.
Step 1: Prepare the marinade
In a large bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well.
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
Step 2: Marinate the paneer
Add paneer cubes to the marinade and mix gently to coat the paneer evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 1 lb paneer, cut into cubes
Step 3: Preheat the grill
Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grease the grill grates or pan with oil.
Step 4: Assemble the skewers
Thread the marinated paneer cubes onto skewers, alternating with chopped onion and bell pepper.
- Marinated paneer from step 2
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
Step 5: Grill the paneer skewers
Grill the paneer skewers for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are lightly charred.
Step 6: Heat the garlic naan
While the paneer is grilling, heat the garlic naan in a hot pan or tandoor until warm.
Step 7: Serve
Serve the creamy paneer tikka hot with garlic naan.
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 500 grams paneer
Pantry Items
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon oil
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 onion
- 1 bell pepper
Seasonings & Spices
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 2 teaspoons red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
