Chilli Paneer

• Ingredients:

  • 200g paneer , cut into cubes

  • 1 large capsicum, cut into cubes

  • 1 large onion, cut into cubes

  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced

  • 1 small green chili, finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

  • 1 tablespoon oil for cooking

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

  • Salt to taste

  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

    
    

Instructions:

1. Prepare the vegetables and paneer:

   • Cut the paneer, bell pepper, onion, and carrot into cubes or slices .

   • Keep them aside.

2. Cooking:

   • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

   • Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

   • Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.

   • Add sliced onions and cook until they turn translucent.

   • Add sliced carrots and cubed capsicum. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.

   • Add the paneer cubes to the pan and gently mix with the vegetables.

3. Seasoning:

   • Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt to taste.

   • Mix well to coat the paneer and vegetables evenly with the spices.

4. Cooking further:

   • Cover the pan and let the paneer and vegetables cook for 5-6 minutes on low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

   • If needed, sprinkle a little water to prevent drying out, but avoid adding too much water.

5. Garnish and serve:

   • Once the paneer and vegetables are cooked through and coated with the spices, remove the pan from heat.

   • Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

   • Serve hot .