Garlic Paneer Recipe (Quick Paneer Starter)

Step 1

Blend together garlic, chilies, sugar, salt and vinegar with 2 to 3 tbsp water to a smooth or coarse paste.

Step 2

Heat a pan with oil and add cumin seeds.

Step 3

When the cumin seeds sizzle, add onions & saute until golden. Regulate the heat to medium. Add the sauce and cook until it thickens and the oil separates.

Step 4

Reduce the flame completely and taste test the sauce. Adjust salt and if you want you may add soya sauce.

Step 5

Add paneer and gently mix well to coat the sauce. If it is too dry you may splash little water, about a tablespoon. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with coriander or celery.

Step 6

Serve garlic paneer hot as an appetizer, side or with fried rice, noodles. You can also stuff it in your wraps, kathi rolls, sandwiches etc.