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Paneer Fried Rice Recipe

Paneer Fried Rice is a tasty Indo-Chinese rice meal made by adding cooked rice to sauteed paneer, vegetables along with spices, herbs and sauces. Paneer Fried Rice is a great choice for weekend lunch and special occasions.Learn to make Paneer Fried Rice with step by step pictures and video.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings2
AuthorSharmilee J

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup paneer small cubes
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 and ½ tablespoon garlic
  • ¼ cup carrot
  • ¼ cup green capsicum
  • ¼ cup yellow capsicum
  • ¼ cup cabbage
  • salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper powder
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon soya sauce
  • 3 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon crushed pepper
  • 1 tablespoon spring onion

Instructions

  • To a wok or pan heat 1 tablespoon olive oil - add 1 cup paneer(small cubes). Add little salt and toast it.
  • Toast until golden, remove to a bowl and set aside.
  • Add 2 tablespoon olive oil - add 1 and ½ tablespoon garlic. Saute until golden.
  • Add ¼ cup carrot, ¼ cup green capsicum, ¼ cup yellow capsicum and ¼ cup cabbage.
  • Saute in high flame for 2 minutes. Add salt to taste, ½ teaspoon pepper powder, ½ teaspoon sugar and ½ teaspoon soya sauce.
  • Saute in high flame for 1 minute.
  • Add toasted paneer.
  • Give a quick mix.
  • Then add 3 cups cooked basmati rice.
  • Mix it well then add 1 teaspoon crushed pepper and 1 tablespoon spring onion.
  • Toss in high flame for a minute. Switch off.
  • Paneer fried rice is ready!

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Notes

  • I reduced the quantity of veggies and added more paneer. But don't skip spring onions as it gives a good amount of chinese flavour to the fried rice.
  • You can add 2 tablespoon onion while sauteing the veggies.
  • You can even add green chilli sauce.
  • Use freshly ground pepper for a great flavor.
  • You can even crumble or grate the paneer and add it but in that case you will have to add it raw. I prefer toasting and adding.
  • Sauteing the veggies in high flame gives a nice smoky flavour and also retains its crunchiness without the raw smell.
  • I soaked basmati rice for 15 mins then pressure cooked for 1:1.5 ratio (rice : water) for 3 whistles in medium low flame.
  • I don't use ajino motto, but if you prefer you can add a pinch of it at the final stage to get the exact restaurant flavor.
  • Make sure to fluff the rice and spread it with little olive oil to make the grains separate. Allow it to rest at least for 30mins.
Nutrition Facts
Paneer Fried Rice Recipe
Amount Per Serving (250 g)
Calories 337 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 19mg6%
Sodium 49mg2%
Potassium 194mg6%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 4914IU98%
Vitamin C 16mg19%
Calcium 166mg17%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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