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Paneer Dosa

By Mita Mondal
Golden, crisp dosa filled with a creamy, spiced paneer masala is a filling twist on the classic South Indian favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Indian
Servings 5
Calories 265 kcal

Ingredients
  

To make the paneer masala:

  • 350 grams paneer crumbled
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 tsp garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp curry leaves
  • 1 piece onion small, finely chopped
  • 1 piece tomato small, finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp dry fenugreek leaves crushed
  • 2 tbsp coriander leaves or mint leaves, finely chopped

To make the paneer dosa:

  • 150 grams dosa mixture
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • Water as required
  • Butter or ghee, as required

Instructions
 

  • Fry 1 tsp of cumin seeds, ginger paste, garlic paste along with 1 tbsp of curry leaves in 1 tbsp of cooking oil in a skillet for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Then, add 1 piece of onion (small, finely chopped) and fry till translucent or until it turns golden brown in color.
  • Now, add 1 piece of tomato (small, finely chopped) and sauté until it turns soft and pulpy. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes on medium heat. (Pro tip: Mash the tomato further as it cooks for a smoother, restaurant-style masala base.)
  • Add ¼ tsp of turmeric and stir well. Then, add 1 tsp of salt, ½ tsp of red chili powder, ½ tsp of garam masala powder, 1 tsp of coriander powder and mix it well. Cook until dry.
  • Then, add 350 grams crumbled paneer and mix it well. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes on medium heat. Add 1 tsp of dry fenugreek leaves (crushed) and 2 tbsp of finely chopped coriander leaves and mix it well. Remove it from heat and keep aside. (Pro Tip: Add paneer off direct heat if using fresh, soft paneer. It holds shape better and won't turn rubbery.)
  • In a mixing bowl, take 150 grams of dosa mixture and ½ cup of yogurt. Add water as required.
  • Mix it nicely leaving no lumps. Check the consistency. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Heat a tawa, sprinkle some water and wipe off completely. Now, pour a ladle full of dosa batter in the center.
  • Spread it gently and evenly. Cook on medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add some butter on it and spread it evenly. (Pro Tip: Do not add too much butter at this stage. A thin butter layer right after spreading gives the crispest edge.)
  • Put the prepared paneer on it on one side. Spread it nicely with a spoon.
  • Fold it gently. Remove it from pan.
  • Your tasty and healthy homemade paneer dosa is ready.
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Notes

I usually make the masala in a heavy skillet. It heats evenly and it also stops the spices from burning too fast.
I have realized that store-bought dosa mixture works just fine though, but when I use homemade batter, it comes out noticeably crispier.
For leftover paneer masala, I keep it in an airtight container in the fridge and use it within two days. Otherwise, it loses that fresh taste.

Nutrition Info (Estimation Only)

Nutrition Facts
Paneer Dosa
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
265
Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
21
g
32
%
Saturated Fat
 
11
g
69
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
49
mg
16
%
Sodium
 
101
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
157
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
13
g
26
%
Vitamin A
 
506
IU
10
%
Vitamin C
 
124
mg
150
%
Calcium
 
401
mg
40
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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