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    Chilli Paneer Recipe

    February 18, 2011 by Sharmilee J 58 Comments

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    Chilli Paneer is a spicy, tasty appetizer made by tossing marinated paneer with spices, capsicum, onion & hot sauce. Chilli Paneer is a wonderful starter to a grand rice meal or relished as wholesome snack for tea time. Chilli Paneer Recipe is explained in this post with step by step pictures.
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    Actually soups and starters are out of my menu, I start with the dishes right away. So the first time I tasted chilli paneer was very recently only, and the one served in the restaurant was more like gobi 65 and they called it chilli paneer. So I browsed to find the exact recipe and after few googling I came up with this recipe.
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    1 Chilli Paneer
    2 Chilli paneer gravy recipe

    Chilli Paneer

    Chilli Paneer is a spicy, tasty appetizer made by tossing marinated paneer with spices, capsicum, onion & hot sauce. Chilli Paneer is a wonderful starter to a grand rice meal or relished as wholesome snack for tea time. Chilli Paneer Recipe is explained in this post with step by step pictures.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Servings2
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup paneer cubed
    • 1 medium sized capsicum chopped
    • 1 medium sized onion chopped
    • 5 nos garlic chopped finely
    • 1 no green chilli chopped finely
    • 1/2 tsp soya sauce
    • 1/2 tsp green chillipaste or green chilli sauce
    • 1 and 1/2 tbsp tomato sauce
    • 1/2 tsp pepper powder
    • 1/2 tbsp spring onion
    • 1 tbsp oil
    • salt to taste

    For the marinade

    • 1 tbsp maida
    • 1 tbsp cornflour
    • 1/4 tsp pepper powder
    • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
    • salt as required
    • water to form a paste

    Instructions

    • Make a thick batter of the ingredients under 'to marinade' and add paneer to it and coat it well.
    • Then toast the coated paneer in dosa tawa until golden brown. (You can deep fry them too). Drain it in a tissue and set aside. Get all the ingredients ready.
    • Heat oil in a pan, add chopped green chillies,onion and garlic. Then saute till slightly browned.
    • Then add capsicum and fry for a minute. Then add soya sauce, tomato sauce , chilli sauce and pepper powder.
    • Mix well until the veggies are coated evenly.Make it to a semi saucy consistency.
    • Then add the toasted paneer and give a quick stir.
    • Finally garnish with chopped coriander leaves and switch off. Serve as a accompaniment with fried rice or just as a starter and am sure you will make this often.
    • The fusion of indo chinese sauces with the flavour of coriander leaves tastes just out of the world. I served it with egg fried rice and hubby totally loved the combination.

    Notes

    • You can even adding the remaining cornflour maida marinade batter but it tends to stick so I avoid it.
    • You can make a more saucy version too, I have given the semi dry version of chilli paneer.
    • I toasted the paneer in a non stick tawa, you can deep fry in oil too.
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    Method:

    1. Make a thick batter of the ingredients under ‘to marinade’ and add paneer to it and coat it well.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step1Pin
    2. Then toast the coated paneer in dosa tawa until golden brown. (You can deep fry them too).Drain it in a tissue and set aside. Get all the ingredients ready.Heat oil in a pan, add chopped green chillies,onion and garlic. Then saute till slightly browned.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step2Pin
    3. Then add capsicum and fry for a minute. Then add soya sauce, tomato sauce , chilli sauce and pepper powder.Mix well until the veggies are coated evenly.Make it to a semi saucy consistency.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step3Pin
    4. Then add the toasted paneer and give a quick stir. Finally garnish with chopped coriander leaves and switch off.Serve as a accompaniment with fried rice or just as a starter and am sure you will make this often.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step4Pin

    The fusion of indo chinese sauces with the flavour of coriander leaves tastes juts out of the world. I served it with egg fried rice and hubby totally loved the combination.
    Chilli Paneer

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    My Notes:

    • You can even adding the remaining cornflour maida marinade batter but it tends to stick so I avoid it.
    • You can make a more saucy version too, I have given the semi dry version of chilli paneer.
    • I toasted the paneer in a non stick tawa, you can deep fry in oil too.

    Chilli Paneer Gravy RecipePin

    Chilli Paneer Gravy Recipe

    Chilli paneer gravy recipe with step by step pictures for easy understanding and reference.Chilli PaneerPin
    Chilli Paneer is a Indo Chinese Recipe but can be very well paired up with fried rice as well.Already I have posted a semi dry version of chilli paneer, now here I am with this chilli paneer gravy which serves as a great side dish for fried rice recipes.I paired it up with paneer fried rice and it was a treat for both paneer lovers at home.I always use homemade paneer, its so soft and fresh. If I want paneer the next day morning I make paneer the previous night itself and refrigerate it for next day use.Only when I am expecting guests and am pressed for time I use store bought paneer.

    I love the semi dry version more than the gravy kind even manchurians I like the semi dry version more.

    Check out other fried rice recipes
    Mushroom fried rice,
    Sprouts Fried Rice
    Egg fried rice
    Paneer Fried Rice
    Veg fried rice recipes for more variations.

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    If you have any more questions about this chilli paneer gravy recipe do mail me at [email protected] In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest ,Youtube and Twitter .

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    Chilli paneer gravy recipe

    Chilli paneer gravy recipe with step by step pictures for easy understanding and reference.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Servings2
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 3/4 cup paneer
    • 1/2 cup capsicum cubed
    • 1 no big onion chopped roughly
    • 5 nos garlic cloves minced finely
    • 1/2 tsp ginger tsp finely chopped
    • 1/2 tsp soya sauce
    • 1 tbsp tomato sauce
    • 1 tsp pepper powder
    • 1/2 tbsp spring onion white part
    • 1/2 tbsp spring onion green part
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 tbsp oil
    • salt to taste

    For the marinade:

    • 1 tbsp maida
    • 1/2 tbsp cornflour
    • 1/4 tsp pepper powder
    • salt as required
    • water as needed to form a paste

    Instructions

    • Make a thick batter of the ingredients under 'for the marinade' and add paneer to it and coat it well.
    • Heat oil in a pan and toast the paneer till slightly golden(You can deep fry them too).Drain it in a tissue and set aside. Heat oil in a pan, add spring onion white part,ginger and garlic,fry till slightly browned. Then add onion and capsicum saute in high flame for a minute.
    • Thenn add soya sauce, tomato sauce , chilli sauce, pepper powder and required salt.Mix well until the veggies are coated evenly.Add 1 cup water and let it boil.
    • Then add remaining cornflour maida paste and let it boil.Once it starts to thicken add paneer and give a quick stir.Finally add spring onions green part and switch off.
    • Serve as a accompaniment with fried rice or just as a starter and am sure you will make this often.

    Notes

    • You may not end up using the entire maida cornflour paste so use the remaining for making the gravy.
    • I used colored capsicum just for adding color to my chilli paneer.You can even add just green capsicum.
    • I toasted the paneer in my dosa tawa, you can deep fry in oil too.
    • You can even add finely chopped green chillies while adding chopped ginger and garlic.
    • The gravy tends to thicken if resting time is given, so switch off accordingly.If it becomes too thick then add little water to thin it.
    • You can even use vegetable stock repalcing water.Adjust water level according to the consistency.
    • Using freshly ground pepper adds a great flavour to the dish.
    Tried this recipe?Mention @sharmispassions or tag #sharmispassions
    Like our video?Subscribe to our youtube channel to get latest updates!

    Method:

    1. Make a thick batter of the ingredients under ‘for the marinade’ and add paneer to it and coat it well.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step1Pin
    2. Heat oil in a pan and toast the paneer till slightly golden(You can deep fry them too).Drain it in a tissue and set aside. Heat oil in a pan, add spring onion white part,ginger and garlic,fry till slightly browned. Then add onion and capsicum saute in high flame for a minute.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step2Pin
    3. Thenn add soya sauce, tomato sauce , chilli sauce, pepper powder and required salt.Mix well until the veggies are coated evenly.Add 1 cup water and let it boil.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step3Pin
    4. Then add remaining cornflour maida paste and let it boil.Once it starts to thicken add paneer and give a quick stir.Finally add spring onions green part and switch off.
      How to make chilli paneer - Step4Pin

    Serve as a accompaniment with fried rice or just as a starter and am sure you will make this often.
    Chilli PaneerPin

    My Notes:

    • You may not end up using the entire maida cornflour paste so use the remaining for making the gravy.
    • I used colored capsicum just for adding color to my chilli paneer.You can even add just green capsicum.
    • I toasted the paneer in my dosa tawa, you can deep fry in oil too.
    • You can even add finely chopped green chillies while adding chopped ginger and garlic.
    • The gravy tends to thicken if resting time is given, so switch off accordingly.If it becomes too thick then add little water to thin it.
    • You can even use vegetable stock repalcing water.Adjust water level according to the consistency.
    • Using freshly ground pepper adds a great flavor to the dish.

    Chilli Paneer Gravy RecipePin

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    Comments

    1. Priya

      February 18, 2011 at 8:19 am

      Yumm, am drooling here…Wat an elegant n irresistible chilli paneer..

      Reply
    2. Cooking Foodie

      February 18, 2011 at 9:08 am

      I like Chili paneer too… but i usually dont marinate it… tht is a good tip

      Reply
    3. RAKS KITCHEN

      February 18, 2011 at 10:04 am

      My favorite,love your version! yummy with low fat idea too!

      Reply
    4. kaarasaaram.com

      February 18, 2011 at 10:10 am

      lovely chilli paneer…very good presentation..
      Reva

      Reply
    5. Divya Kudua

      February 18, 2011 at 10:29 am

      I love anything-paneer and a starter dish is always welcome..love it!!

      Reply
    6. Ramya

      February 18, 2011 at 10:49 am

      Starters with paneer…yumm yumm…
      Chilly paneer looks soo inviting:-)

      Reply
    7. Vidya Mohan

      February 18, 2011 at 11:33 am

      this is really awesome mam.. i just love paneer but my hubby is not so fond of it:-)

      Reply
    8. Prathima Rao

      February 18, 2011 at 12:06 pm

      Awesome recipe Sharmi!!!! Im literally drooling looking at it!!!
      Prathima Rao
      Prats Corner

      Reply
    9. Priti

      February 18, 2011 at 12:39 pm

      I never had chilli paneer so far..this looks so yum …

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    10. Dr.Sameena Prathap

      February 18, 2011 at 12:47 pm

      Hey Sharmi,

      The preparation looks really yummy…:)Lovely clicks too!!:)

      [email protected]

      http://www.myeasytocookrecipes.blogspot.com/

      Reply
    11. jeyashrisuresh

      February 18, 2011 at 12:54 pm

      nice idea of skipping the deep frying method.great clicks too

      Reply
    12. Pavithra

      February 18, 2011 at 12:54 pm

      Looks yumm yumm.. absolutely love to have that whole plate.. inga pass panu sharmi.

      Reply
    13. Nithya

      February 18, 2011 at 1:07 pm

      The recipe is quite similar to manchurian and I am sure paneer would make it super tasty :)Love the second click 🙂

      Reply
    14. Paaka Shaale

      February 18, 2011 at 1:24 pm

      Chilli paneer is my favourite starter recipe. You have presented it in a fabulous way 🙂

      Reply
    15. The Foodie

      February 18, 2011 at 2:15 pm

      Awesome… so lovely pictures..tempting me to take a bite out of the pictures.

      Reply
    16. Premalatha Aravindhan

      February 18, 2011 at 2:55 pm

      Delicious paneer,loved ur version…

      Reply
    17. Laavanya

      February 18, 2011 at 3:09 pm

      I make something very similar with tofu/paneer.
      Looks so very tempting.

      Reply
    18. Happy Cook

      February 18, 2011 at 3:22 pm

      Wow I want to have this paneer dish.

      Reply
    19. Peggy

      February 18, 2011 at 4:20 pm

      This looks like such a great paneer dish! I love the fiery heat!

      Reply
    20. Suja Sugathan

      February 18, 2011 at 5:08 pm

      Delicious chilly paneer,loved your version.

      Reply
    21. Preety

      February 18, 2011 at 5:26 pm

      my all time fav..looks great

      Reply
    22. Nostalgia

      February 18, 2011 at 5:47 pm

      Pictures make me want to try some now.

      Reply
    23. Swathi

      February 18, 2011 at 6:53 pm

      Chili paneer dish looks delicious. Nice recipe.

      Reply
    24. divya

      February 18, 2011 at 7:57 pm

      chilli paneer looks fantastic. Superb!!! 🙂

      Reply
    25. Rachu

      February 18, 2011 at 9:28 pm

      me to a vahrevah fan.. paneer looks fantastic..

      ammaandbaby.blogspot.com/

      Reply
    26. Torviewtoronto

      February 19, 2011 at 12:25 am

      paneer look delicious wonderful

      Reply
    27. Priya (Yallapantula) Mitharwal

      February 19, 2011 at 3:12 am

      What a wonderful presentation. Love it.

      Reply
    28. GEETHA ACHAL

      February 19, 2011 at 3:54 am

      Lovely recipe…Thanks for sharing..

      Reply
    29. M D

      February 19, 2011 at 7:22 am

      Awesome looking paneer chilli. What a coincidence I have Gobi 65 in my drafts to be posted soon!

      Reply
    30. Prathibha

      February 19, 2011 at 9:10 am

      Love chili paneer..loved d 2nd pic whr a paneer bite is trying to peep out of the window…looks yummm

      Reply
    31. Angie's Recipes

      February 19, 2011 at 9:11 am

      Spicy paneer looks so flavourful and appetizing.

      Reply
    32. Radhika

      February 19, 2011 at 11:28 am

      yummy chilli paneer. very appetizing.

      Reply
    33. Tamil Home Recipes

      February 19, 2011 at 1:35 pm

      Good post.

      Reply
    34. Plateful

      February 19, 2011 at 3:55 pm

      Hi Sharmi, that's one mouthwatering dish and pic. Hey, just chanced upon your blog and I love it!

      Reply
    35. Cham

      February 19, 2011 at 10:05 pm

      Very appetizing and inviting dish!

      Reply
    36. Angela

      February 20, 2011 at 4:38 am

      This is a beautiful vegetarian dish!

      Reply
    37. SpicyTasty

      February 20, 2011 at 5:02 am

      Chili paneer is so nice. My all time favorite.

      Reply
    38. Yummy Team

      February 22, 2011 at 4:44 am

      Fabulous clicks as always..Love it with fried rice..

      Reply
    39. anu

      February 24, 2011 at 11:38 am

      Chilli Paneer looks delicious and mouth watering.

      Reply
    40. MiniBinoy

      February 24, 2011 at 5:48 pm

      wow!! been looking for a recipe like this for paneer.. thanx a lot for sharing

      Reply
    41. Sally the Saint

      July 24, 2011 at 5:33 am

      Wow! mouthwatering, delicious dish. I love it very much. i can have it in breakfast, lunch and in dinner.My mum used to prepare it for me. But alas! now i am away from her.But your easy steps of chili recipe to prepare it will help me to make it.

      Reply
    42. adam tylor

      July 31, 2011 at 10:08 am

      This looks awesome! Going to have to try this for my next cookout or tailgating party.

      Reply
    43. deepti

      July 02, 2012 at 11:40 am

      tried this yesterday..turned out lovely!! thanx 😀

      -Deepti

      Reply
    44. Pooja Sharma

      August 27, 2012 at 8:12 pm

      loved it…….i will try it.

      Reply
    45. Vishanika

      November 01, 2012 at 11:15 am

      tried wid chicken insted of paneer..came out well..also tried with fried idlis(leftover)..was really awesome…

      Reply
    46. Vishanika

      November 01, 2012 at 11:17 am

      Really gud… substituted wid chicken for paneer came out really well..(added worcestershire sauce too)… also wid fried idlis(which was leftover) served as a gud snack..

      Reply
    47. Nandlal Kumar

      March 09, 2013 at 10:50 am

      I tried exactly they way you did and believe me it was the first time I made it at home and it was not anything less that what I used to have in restraunts so far… (baring some extremely custamized ones at well known names).. Thanks for sharing this, pics were more than helpful.. 🙂 🙂

      Reply
    48. Poonam Chopra

      April 17, 2013 at 11:37 am

      wow nice recipes ..i will use today….get more details about it

      http://www.avonagro.com

      Reply
    49. Poonam Chopra

      April 17, 2013 at 11:39 am

      Nice thanks for sharing about which spice i use for it..

      Reply
    50. Priyankaa Rajendran

      July 07, 2013 at 10:51 am

      nice thenk you 🙂

      Reply
    51. Nandu

      October 20, 2013 at 4:05 pm

      Instead of Paneer i used Tofu & it was the best Tofu dish we had for a long time. I am happy to see the results the same as shown on your website.

      Reply
    52. sameer singh

      October 26, 2013 at 7:34 am

      wow (Y) thanks for sharing

      Reply
    53. Aparna Raghavan

      March 13, 2014 at 10:27 pm

      Is there any substitute for corn flour to marinate?

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        March 14, 2014 at 5:45 am

        I am not sure, but try with rice flour

        Reply
    54. renuka

      August 13, 2015 at 3:09 pm

      What is the use of celery ? its mainly for garnishing ??

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        August 14, 2015 at 1:49 am

        Yesit gives a nice flavour

        Reply
    55. sanasardour

      September 27, 2015 at 2:30 pm

      yummy…..I want this now.

      Reply
    56. Googler

      March 02, 2016 at 2:08 pm

      Tried this today and came out really good.. Thanks sharmi!!!

      Reply

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