Paneer tawa fry uses fresh paneer cubes which are marinated using basic ingredients that include salt, turmeric, black pepper and red chili powder. Mustard oil is used to fry the marinated paneer cubes until they reach a perfect state of crispy fried goodness. Read my recipe to learn the easy steps to make paneer tawa fry at home.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Paneer tawa fry is a very healthy and delicious snack item.
- Serve it as is, with onion rings, lemon wedges, fresh salad, mint chutney, tomato ketchup, yogurt dip, or with a cup of tea.
- Paneer tawa fry tastes slightly spicy, creamy, and earthy.
- Other similar recipes are paneer fry, paneer tikka, paneer kabab, and paneer cutlets.
The Ingredients:
- 250 grams paneer (cut into cubes)
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- ½ tsp black pepper powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tsp mustard oil
I had paneer fry this way for the first time at a relative’s house one evening at a tea party. It was an awesome snack. It was tasty and delicious. I asked the lady of the house for the recipe and she said it is very easy and quick to make requiring only a few ingredients. I registered everything in my mind while she described the simple steps, along with the expert tips.
I made them the next Sunday at home and my husband was amazed at how quickly I created such a unique dish. My two sons fell in love with it and asked for more. It was such a pleasure watching them. I thanked the lady for sharing the recipe with me and making my evening so special.
How to Make Paneer Tawa Fry? (Step by Step Guide with Images)
Step 1: Marinate 250 grams of paneer (cut into cubes) with ½ tsp of turmeric powder, 1 tsp of red chili powder, ½ tsp of black pepper powder, and salt to taste.
Step 2: Fry them in 2 tsp of mustard oil.
Step 3: Remove them on a plate when done.
Step 4: Your spicy and tasty homemade paneer tawa fry is ready.
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Paneer Tawa Fry
Ingredients
- 250 grams paneer cut into cubes
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- ½ tsp black pepper powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp mustard oil
Instructions
- Marinate 250 grams of paneer (cut into cubes) with ½ tsp of turmeric powder, 1 tsp of red chili powder, ½ tsp of black pepper powder, and salt to taste.
- Fry them in 1 tbsp of mustard oil.
- Remove them on a plate when done.
- Your spicy and tasty homemade paneer tawa fry is ready.
