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Indian dish made from marinated paneer

Paneer Tikka is a popular Indian dish made from paneer, a type of fresh cheese common in Indian cuisine. It is a vegetarian alternative to chicken tikka and is often served as an appetizer or snack. Paneer tikka is traditionally cooked in a tandoor, which is a cylindrical clay oven, but it can also be prepared on a grill or in an oven.

Preparation[edit]

Paneer tikka is made by marinating cubes of paneer in a mixture of yogurt and spices. The marinade typically includes garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and ginger-garlic paste. The marinated paneer is then skewered and grilled until it is charred and cooked through.

Ingredients[edit]

Method[edit]

1. Marination: Cut the paneer into cubes. In a bowl, mix yogurt with spices such as garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, ginger-garlic paste, salt, and lemon juice. Add the paneer cubes to the marinade and coat them well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Skewering: Thread the marinated paneer cubes onto skewers. Optionally, you can alternate the paneer with pieces of bell pepper and onion for added flavor and color.

3. Cooking: Preheat the grill or oven. Cook the skewers until the paneer is golden brown and slightly charred on the edges. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes.

4. Serving: Serve hot with mint chutney or tamarind chutney.

Variations[edit]

Paneer tikka can be customized with different spices and ingredients. Some variations include adding kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) to the marinade for a distinct flavor. Another variation is achari paneer tikka, which incorporates pickling spices into the marinade.

Nutritional Information[edit]

Paneer tikka is a good source of protein due to the paneer. It is also rich in calcium and phosphorus. However, it can be high in fat, especially if cooked with a lot of oil or butter.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Paneer tikka is a staple in North Indian cuisine and is often served at weddings, parties, and other celebrations. It is also a popular dish in Indian restaurants worldwide.

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Paneer Tikka

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-'''Paneer Tikka''' is a popular [[Indian cuisine|Indian]] dish made from [[paneer]], a type of Indian cheese, and a variety of spices. The dish is traditionally cooked in a [[tandoor]], a cylindrical clay or metal oven used in cooking and baking in the Indian subcontinent.
+{{Short description|Indian dish made from marinated paneer}}
+{{Use Indian English|date=October 2023}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== Ingredients ==
+'''Paneer Tikka''' is a popular Indian dish made from [[paneer]], a type of fresh cheese common in Indian cuisine. It is a vegetarian alternative to [[chicken tikka]] and is often served as an appetizer or snack. Paneer tikka is traditionally cooked in a [[tandoor]], which is a cylindrical clay oven, but it can also be prepared on a grill or in an oven.
-The primary ingredient in paneer tikka is [[paneer]], a fresh cheese common in the Indian subcontinent. The paneer is marinated in a mixture of [[yogurt]] and [[spices]], which often includes [[turmeric]], [[cumin]], [[coriander]], [[garam masala]], and [[chili powder]]. Other ingredients may include [[garlic]], [[ginger]], [[onion]], and [[capsicum]].
-== Preparation ==
+==Preparation==
-The preparation of paneer tikka involves several steps. First, the paneer is cut into cubes and marinated in the yogurt and spice mixture for several hours. The marinated paneer is then skewered and cooked in a tandoor until it is golden brown and slightly charred. If a tandoor is not available, the paneer tikka can also be grilled or baked in a conventional oven.
+Paneer tikka is made by marinating cubes of paneer in a mixture of [[yogurt]] and spices. The marinade typically includes [[garam masala]], [[cumin]], [[coriander]], [[turmeric]], [[chili powder]], and [[ginger-garlic paste]]. The marinated paneer is then skewered and grilled until it is charred and cooked through.
-== Serving ==
+===Ingredients===
-Paneer tikka is typically served as an appetizer or snack. It is often accompanied by a side of [[mint chutney]] or [[tamarind chutney]], and garnished with slices of onion and lemon. In some regions, it is also served as a main course, accompanied by [[naan]] or [[roti]].
+* [[Paneer]]
+* [[Yogurt]]
+* [[Garam masala]]
+* [[Cumin]]
+* [[Coriander]]
+* [[Turmeric]]
+* [[Chili powder]]
+* [[Ginger-garlic paste]]
+* [[Salt]]
+* [[Lemon juice]]
+* [[Vegetable oil]]
+===Method===
+. '''Marination''': Cut the paneer into cubes. In a bowl, mix yogurt with spices such as garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, ginger-garlic paste, salt, and lemon juice. Add the paneer cubes to the marinade and coat them well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
+. '''Skewering''': Thread the marinated paneer cubes onto skewers. Optionally, you can alternate the paneer with pieces of [[bell pepper]] and [[onion]] for added flavor and color.
+. '''Cooking''': Preheat the grill or oven. Cook the skewers until the paneer is golden brown and slightly charred on the edges. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
-== Variations ==
+. '''Serving''': Serve hot with [[mint chutney]] or [[tamarind chutney]].
-There are several variations of paneer tikka, including [[paneer tikka masala]], in which the grilled paneer is served in a spicy [[tomato]]-based sauce, and [[paneer tikka pizza]], a fusion dish that combines Indian and [[Italian cuisine|Italian]] culinary traditions.
-== See also ==
+==Variations==
+Paneer tikka can be customized with different spices and ingredients. Some variations include adding [[kasuri methi]] (dried fenugreek leaves) to the marinade for a distinct flavor. Another variation is [[achari paneer tikka]], which incorporates pickling spices into the marinade.
+==Nutritional Information==
+Paneer tikka is a good source of protein due to the paneer. It is also rich in calcium and phosphorus. However, it can be high in fat, especially if cooked with a lot of oil or butter.
+==Cultural Significance==
+Paneer tikka is a staple in North Indian cuisine and is often served at weddings, parties, and other celebrations. It is also a popular dish in Indian restaurants worldwide.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Paneer]]
+* [[Tandoor]]
 * [[Indian cuisine]]
-* [[Tandoor]]
+* [[Vegetarian cuisine]]
-* [[Paneer]]
-* [[List of Indian dishes]]
 [[Category:Indian cuisine]]
+[[Category:Vegetarian dishes]]
 [[Category:Cheese dishes]]
-[[Category:Vegetarian cuisine]]
+<gallery>
-{{Indian-cuisine-stub}}
+File:Panir_Tikka_Indian_cheese_grilled.jpg|Panir Tikka Indian cheese grilled
+File:Paneer_Tikka_Seek.JPG|Paneer Tikka Seek
+File:Paneer_Tikka_in_India.jpg|Paneer Tikka in India
+File:Panner_Tikka.jpg|Panner Tikka
+File:Tikka_Paneer.jpg|Tikka Paneer
+File:Tikka_array.jpg|Tikka array
+File:Home_made_Paneer_Tikka_prepared_in_air_frier.jpg|Home made Paneer Tikka prepared in air frier
+File:Paneer_Tikka_2.jpg|Paneer Tikka 2
+File:Angara_Paneer_Tikka.jpg|Angara Paneer Tikka
+File:Paneer_tikka_1.jpg|Paneer tikka 1
+File:Paneer_Tikka_Masala.jpg|Paneer Tikka Masala
+File:Paneer_Tikka_(2172840954).jpg|Paneer Tikka
+</gallery>