Chilli Paneer

by Has Chauhan-18 April 2026Easy

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time20 min

Total Time35 min

Servings4

Crispy golden paneer tossed in a spicy, sweet, and tangy Indo-Chinese sauce. This restaurant-style Chilli Paneer recipe delivers everything you expect from your favourite takeaway, but it’s surprisingly easy to make at home.

Imported RecipeOriginally from: www.dishbyrish.co.uk

Method

0
Soak the paneer in boiling water, covered for at least 20 minutes, then drain.
1
Toss paneer with chaat masala, salt, cornflour, and oil until evenly coated.
2
Air fry the paneer for around 4-5 minutes at 200°C until golden all over but still soft when squeezed, tossing mid way.
3
In a large frying pan or wok, sauté spring onion whites, garlic, ginger, and chillies in oil under medium-high heat for roughly 1 minute.
4
Add peppers and paneer, sauté for a further minute.
5
Mix cornflour and water in a separate bowl until dissolved.
6
Add soy sauces, vinegar, ketchup, chilli sauce, honey, and cornflour slurry to the paneer mixture. Mix for 30 seconds – 1 minute until lightly saucy and evenly glazed.
7
Garnish with spring onion greens. Best served immediately.