1:53 Minutes
Recipes
4 Servings
Paneer Tikka is a popular Indian starter made with marinated paneer cubes and vegetables, grilled to perfection. Prepared using King’s Pure Mustard Oil, this dish delivers a smoky, spicy flavour with a soft and juicy texture—perfect for quick snacks or party starters.
This recipe brings authentic tandoori flavours at home with a rich marinade and smoky grilling. King’s Pure Mustard Oil enhances the taste with its bold aroma, giving the paneer tikka a restaurant-style finish.
Paneer Tikka has a smoky, spicy, and tangy flavour. The paneer and vegetables are marinated in spiced curd and then grilled or roasted to achieve a charred and juicy texture.
Follow these simple steps to prepare this recipe with balanced flavor and texture.
Take a mixing bowl and add fresh curd (yogurt).
Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and garam masala.
Add black pepper powder for a slight heat.
Add salt according to taste.
Pour in King’s Pure Mustard Oil for authentic flavour.
Mix everything well to form a smooth and thick marinade.
Cut paneer into medium-sized cubes.
Chop onions and capsicum into bite-sized pieces.
Ensure all pieces are of similar size for even cooking.
Keep the ingredients ready for marination.
Use fresh paneer for best texture and taste.
Add paneer cubes to the marinade.
Add chopped onions and capsicum to the bowl.
Gently mix to coat everything evenly.
Ensure all pieces are well covered with the marinade.
Let it rest for at least 10–15 minutes for better flavour absorption.
Thread the marinated paneer and vegetables onto skewers.
Arrange them evenly for proper cooking.
Preheat a grill, oven, or tawa.
Place the skewers and cook on medium heat.
Turn occasionally for even grilling.
Cook until slightly charred and cooked through.
Remove the skewers once cooked.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the hot tikka.
Serve with mint chutney and onion rings.
Garnish with chaat masala if desired.
Enjoy as a starter or snack.
King’s Pure Mustard Oil is ideal for paneer tikka as it adds a bold, smoky flavour and enhances the richness of the marinade.
King’s Pure Mustard Oil provides a strong and authentic taste, while sunflower oil is milder and butter adds richness but lacks the smoky depth.
You can cook it on a tawa or grill pan on medium heat until slightly charred.
King’s Pure Mustard Oil is a great choice for authentic tandoori flavour.
Avoid overcooking and use fresh paneer to maintain softness.
Yes, you can add tomatoes, mushrooms, or zucchini for variation.
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