Served as an appetizer Paneer Tikka is very healthy for kids and adults alike.
INGREDIENTS :
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2 cups paneer cubes, about 1″ each
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2 tsp garlic paste
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2 tsp ginger paste
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1 tsp chaat masala
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2 tsp chilli powder tandoori masala
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1 tsp powdered black pepper
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1 tbsp salt
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A few drops of red colour
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3 tbsp vinegar OR 1 cup yogurt
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Oil for brushing
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1 lemon quartered and juiced (can substitute 1 tsp lemon juice)
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1 onion sliced into rings – for garnish (I don’t like onions so made a bed of romaine salad lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Salt and black pepper sprinkled on top)
METHOD:
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Mix all the ingredients, except the garnishes, and leave for 20-30 minutes.
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About 20 minutes before serving, place the paneer on a drip pan and bake in the pre-heated oven for about 10 minutes. (Oven Temp: 400 F Degrees)
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Remove from oven, brush with oil and bake again for 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can grill on a griller or a tandoor or barbecue pit. (The drippings should definitely have a means of escape, or else the paneer will get soggy)
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Serve hot, garnished with lemon and onion rings