II Kasoori Paneer Tikka II

Ingredients:

  • 1 Kg. Paneer

  • 11/4 cup grated Paneer

  • 13/4 low fat yogurt (Dahi), drained

  • 11/2 cup cream

  • 2 tbsp. Besan (Gram flour) or Cornflour

  • 3 tsp Garlic paste

  • 3 tsp. Ginger Paste

  • 5 tsp Lemon juice

  • 4 tsp. Kasoori Methi (dry fenugreek)

  • 2/3 tsp. Caraway seeds (shahi jeera)

  • 2 tsp. Garam masala

  • 1 tsp. white pepper powder

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 tsp. red chili powder or to taste

  • 2 tsp. Chaat masala (optional)

  • 2 tsp. Butter to baste

  • Slices of cucumber, tomatoes and onions to garnish

Preparation:
  • Wash and cut the paneer into 4 cm. cubes.
  • Mix together the caraway seeds, white pepper, garam masala, salt and 2/3rd of lemon juice. Add the grated paneer to this mixture. Marinate and keep in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Mix the yogurt, cream, besan / corn flour and kasoori methi in a bowl.
  • Now add the remaining ingredients to this mixture and whisk into a smooth batter.
  • Add the paneer cubes and set aside for minimum 1 hour.
  • Pre-heat the oven to 350 degree Fara. / 175 degree Centi.
  • Skewer paneer cubes, 2 cm. apart.
  • Roast in a oven / tandoor/ Charcoal grill for 5-6 minutes.
  • Baste with melted butter. Sprinkle chaat masala and remaining lemon juice.
  • Serve hot with slices Cucumber, tomatoes, onions and green chutney.