BEST WAY TO MAKE TANDOORI PANEER TIKKA AT HOME

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Paneer Tikka is one recipe that is relished by both Vegetarians & Non-Vegetarians. It is made by marinating Paneer pieces with onions & bell pepper in some tandoori spices.

Paneer Tikka is so versatile that you can eat them in several ways. You can eat the tikkas with some Chutney or add them over a pizza. You can eat them in a roll, they even taste great in curry. There are some recipes that can make your mouth water every time you think about them. That is what Paneer Tikka is for me.

Paneer Tikka is like a delicacy for all vegetarians. You will find this recipe in all the Indian restaurants, and because of its popularity, it is also served by many street vendors in India. Not only that, but Paneer Tikka is also served in most Indian weddings as an appetizer.

After a long time, I thought to make Paneer Tikka at home. And I prefer meals that don't take a lot of my time. So I thought of making this recipe in my Air Fryer. But I have also mentioned below how you can make it in the oven.

PANEER TIKKA RECIPE INGREDIENTS

• PANEER: For Paneer Tikka, you need paneer. You can use store-bought paneer or make it at home. (Check out How to make soft Paneer at home.) To make good Paneer Tikka, don't use frozen Paneer. Instead, it should be refrigerated. Paneer should not be too soft or at room temperature otherwise, it might break.
• VEGGIES: I have used green & red bell peppers along with some red onions. You need big chunks of paneer. So first slice the paneer block and then cut it into pieces.
• YOGURT: For making any tikka, you need yogurt. All Indian marination usually starts by putting the ingredients in yogurt. This makes them soft and tikka always turns out to be moist & juicy.
• SPICES: I have used basic Indian spices that I use for everyday cooking. You can also use some tandoori Spices for making Paneer Tikka.
• ADD-INS: You will also need Ginger-Garlic paste and some lemon juice for the tanginess. Always add lemon juice at the end. 
• MUSTARD OIL: I also add hot mustard oil in the marination. It not only gives smoky flavor but also makes the color a little vibrant. But you must always add very hot mustard oil.

1. Always use paneer that is refrigerated and not frozen. Also, Paneer should not be of room temperature. Otherwise, the paneer pieces will break.
2. Cut Paneer in pieces, about 1-2 inches in size. That way Paneer will not break when grilling or baking. If you cut Paneer really small then most of the paneer pieces will fall from the skewers.
3. Marinate Paneer for at least 1-2 hours in the refrigerator. that will result in soft & juicy Paneer tikkas.
4. Before adding Paneer in skewers (if using bamboo ones) soak the skewers in water. That way, the skewers will not get burned.
5. When grilling, spray butter on one side and bake them. Keep rotating the skewers when baking for an even charred flavor & color.

STEP 1 - PREPARE MARINATION: Prepare the marination by first whisking the yogurt until smooth. Then add all the spices and mix.

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STEP 2 - ADD INGREDIENTS & MIX: Next, mix all the ingredients with the marination. Once properly combined, store in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours

STEP 3 - ADD INGREDIENTS IN SKEWERS: Once marinated, layer the ingredients (Paneer, Bell Pepper & Onions) in Skewers. First, soak skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to avoid them getting burned.

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STEP 4 - GRILL THE TIKKAS: Spray some butter on the Tikkas and grill them either in Air-Fryer or Oven. Grill them and keep rotating until all the sides are cooked and properly charred.

STEP 5 - ADJUST & SERVE: Lastly, sprinkle some Lemon Juice & Chaat Masala for some tangy flavor and serve with some Onions or in a roll.

You can make some Paneer Tikka Rolls from paneer tikka by adding a layer of green chutney on Indian Flatbread. You can use Indian Roti, or Naan, or any Indian Parantha for the rolls or can also use Burrito. Add sliced Onion, then top with the prepared paneer tikka. Lastly, garnish with some Mayonnaise and serve.

You can store leftover Paneer Tikka in the refrigerator for 3-5 minutes, and use it as needed. Or you can also freeze for 2-3 months in the freezer. When re-using, either air-fry or cook in a skillet until hot.

You can use the leftover Paneer Tikka as a snack or in a roll. Or you can also put it over a Pizza as a topping and enjoy Paneer Tikka Pizza. Also, check the recipe for How to make Pizza at home and enjoy delicious Homemade Pizza.

• STUFFED BREAD PAKODA
• ALOO TIKKI
• INDIAN MASALA CORNS
• ALOO KATHI ROLLS
• VEGAN SEEKH KABAB