Oven Paneer Tikka
Cubes of paneer, peppers and onion marinated in spiced yogurt, then roasted under high heat until charred at the edges. A vegetarian paneer tikka made at home.
By Tasty Nest Recipes Editorial TeamPublished
1 hr 5 min total About 4 cupsEasy
Photo: Jamie from Toronto, ON · CC BY 2.0. Illustrative photo; your results may look different.
About this recipe
Paneer tikka is a popular North Indian dish of paneer cheese marinated in yogurt and spices and cooked in a fiercely hot tandoor oven. At home, a very hot oven and a quick blast under the broiler give similar charred edges.
Paneer holds its shape when cooked, so it is perfect for skewers or sheet pans. Serve with mint chutney, sliced onions, lemon and warm naan, or fold into wraps.
Equipment you'll need
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Wire rack (optional)
- Skewers (optional)
Tips for success
- Use thick yogurt; thin yogurt slides off the paneer.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes so they do not burn.
- Do not overcook paneer, or it can turn rubbery.
Substitutions and variations
- Use extra-firm tofu in place of paneer.
- Add cherry tomatoes or mushrooms with the vegetables.
- Cook on a hot grill instead of in the oven.
Storage and reheating
To store: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended.
To reheat: Reheat in a hot skillet or a 400°F (200°C) oven for 5 to 8 minutes until warmed through.
Recipe
Oven Paneer Tikka
Cubes of paneer, peppers and onion marinated in spiced yogurt, then roasted under high heat until charred at the edges. A vegetarian paneer tikka made at home.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Marinate
- 30 min
- Total
- 1 hr 5 min
- Yield
- About 4 cups
- Level
- Easy
Ingredients
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Marinade
Tikka
Instructions
Step 1: Make the marinade
Whisk the yogurt, oil, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, spices and salt in a large bowl.
Step 2: Marinate
Add the paneer, peppers and onion and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours.
Step 3: Heat the oven
Heat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line the baking sheet with foil and brush with the oil (or set an oiled rack on it). Thread onto skewers if using.
Step 4: Roast
Spread the paneer and vegetables in a single layer and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until the vegetables are tender.
Step 5: Char
Switch to the broiler and broil for 2 to 4 minutes, watching closely, until charred in spots.
Step 6: Serve
Scatter with cilantro and serve with lemon wedges, mint chutney and naan.
Cuisine: Indian · Course: Dinner
Estimated nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 20 g
- Fat
- 28 g
- Carbs
- 12 g
- Fibre
- 2 g
- Sugars
- 7 g
Approximate values estimated from typical nutrition data for the listed ingredients, excluding optional toppings and serving suggestions. Actual values vary with brands, portion sizes and substitutions. Not verified by a dietitian or laboratory analysis.
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