🧀 Grilled Paneer Tikka with Mint Chutney

    Introduction                🧀 Grilled Paneer Tikka with Mint Chutney    

 This grilled paneer tikka recipe is a must-try! It’s smoky, spicy, and incredibly juicy—perfect for parties, evening snacks, or even a healthy vegetarian dinner.

The best part? You can make this easily at home on a pan, oven, or grill—no tandoor needed.

 🕒 Recipe Details:  👉👉 

🧀 Ingredients for Paneer Tikka

• 250g paneer (cut into cubes)
• 1 cup thick curd (hung curd preferred)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp mustard oil
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• Salt to taste
• 1 capsicum (cubed)
• 1 onion (cubed)

  

🌿 Ingredients for Mint Chutney

• 1 cup mint leaves
• ½ cup coriander leaves
• 2 green chilies
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt to taste
• 2–3 tbsp water

👩‍🍳 How to Make Grilled Paneer Tikka

Step 1: Prepare Marinade

In a bowl, mix curd, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, mustard oil, and all spices. Mix until smooth.

Step 2: Marinate

Add paneer, capsicum, and onion. Coat well and refrigerate for 30 minutes (or 2 hours for best flavor).

Step 3: Skewer

Thread paneer and veggies alternately onto skewers.

Step 4: Grill / Cook

• Pan: Cook on medium flame for 10–15 mins
• Oven: Bake at 200°C for 15–20 mins
• Air Fryer: 180°C for 12–15 mins

Turn occasionally and brush with oil or butter. 

🌿 How to Make Mint Chutney

Blend mint, coriander, green chilies, lemon juice, salt, and water into a smooth chutney. 

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve hot paneer tikka with:

• Mint chutney
• Onion rings
• Lemon wedges
• Sprinkle chaat masala for extra flavor                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

💡 Pro Tips (Important for Best Results)

• • Use hung curd for thick marinade
  • Add kasuri methi for restaurant-style aroma
  • Don’t overcook paneer (it becomes rubbery)
  • Mustard oil gives authentic smoky taste                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            This recipe is shared by Easy Indian Foods – Simple recipes for everyday cooking.