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Looking for easy, healthy vegetarian Indian Paneer Recipes to make in your Instant Pot or Stovetop? Here ismy collection of 30+ best Paneer Recipes that you can incorporate into your meals. Keto, or Low carb and gluten-freerecipes.
Let’s agree, it's challenging to picture much-loved Indian cuisine without the versatile Paneer (Indian cottage cheese).
Paneer is a popular ingredient in vegetarian dishes of both North Indian and South Indian cuisine. It is known for its mild, creamy flavor and firm texture that holds its shape well when cooked.
Vegetarians have long taken pleasure in their most cherished food, "paneer," which can be used in any dry or gravy meal, much as non-vegetarians have their incredibly adaptable chicken.
We also include cottage cheese in a lot of our desserts. Due to its milky flavor and various health advantages, paneer is also frequently consumed raw with black pepper or added to salads.
From salads to sweets, curries like shahi paneer, paneer tikka masala, matar paneer, and kadhai paneer, there are so many recipes to prepare. These curries are often served with naan bread, roti, or rice.
Our daughter is a big fan of paneer and enjoys it in any form, be it curries, rice, wraps, or sandwiches. Paneer is a good source of plant-based protein and calcium, making it a wholesome addition to our meals.
We love experimenting with new recipes and ways we can incorporate paneer into our daily meals. Please leave a comment with your favorite paneer recipe your family loves!
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- What Is Paneer?
- Health Benefits Of Paneer
- How To Make Paneer At Home?
- Where To Buy Paneer?
- 30+ Indian Vegetarian Paneer Recipes
- Appetizers/Snacks
- Paneer Popcorn Recipe
- Paneer Tikka - Air Fryer/ Oven/ Grill
- Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza
- Crispy Paneer Fingers Recipe
- Paneer Manchurian Dry
- Cheesy Paneer Onion Rings
- Chilli Paneer
- Paneer Pakoda
- Broccoli Paneer Bhurji Sandwich
- Paneer Bhurji Sandwich Recipe (Paneer Sandwich)
- Broccoli Paneer Mayo Sandwich
- Breakfast
- Paneer Uttapam Recipe
- Salads
- Beetroot Chickpea Salad
- Curries/Stir-Fries
- Restaurant Style Paneer Butter Masala | Paneer Makhani
- Paneer Matar Makhana Curry
- Instant Pot Matar Paneer (Cottage Cheese and Peas Curry)
- Kadai Paneer
- Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe
- Instant Pot Palak Paneer Recipe (Pressure Cooker)
- Broccoli Paneer Bhurji
- Paneer Bhurji Recipe
- Malai Kofta (Restaurant Style)
- Shahi Paneer
- Main Course
- Paneer Paratha
- Palak Paneer Paratha
- Broccoli Paneer Paratha
- Paneer Pulao
- Instant Pot Paneer Biryani
- Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani Recipe
- Paneer Fried Rice
- Street Style Paneer Biryani|Easy Paneer Biryani
- Dessert
- Paneer Kheer
- Easy Rasmalai
- Rasgulla Recipe
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- Indian Paneer Recipes
What Is Paneer?
A delectable vegetarian option, Paneer, commonly referred to as Cottage Cheese, is a fresh, soft, crumbly cheese that is frequently used in European, Asian, and Indian cuisines.
Paneer is a non-melting and unaged cheese. It is made by curdling milk with acidic substances such as a few drops of lemon juice, or vinegar. It can be either made at home or purchased freshly made or frozen from a store.
Health Benefits Of Paneer
- For a diet high in protein, paneer is an excellent substitute for meat. Paneer is the ideal diet food, low in carbohydrates and strong in protein.
- Paneer is rich in calcium. The health of the bones, teeth, heart muscles, and nerves is all ensured by adequate calcium levels.
- Cottage cheese can also aid with blood sugar regulation. Magnesium, which is abundant in cottage cheese, can not only prevent unexpected increases but also improve immunological and cardiac health.
- Cottage cheese may also help with digestion. A reasonable quantity of phosphorus is present in cottage cheese, which aids with digestion and excretion.
How To Make Paneer At Home?
It is simple to make homemade paneer with a few simple steps and ingredients.
In the beginning, boil 5-6 cups of full-fat milk. Add two teaspoons of lemon juice or vinegar to it now. As soon as the reaction gets going, you can see the milk beginning to separate and the formation of paneer. If you don't see the reaction taking place, turn up the heat once more and boil the mixture until particles are visible in the pan.
When the milk has completely curdled, remove it from the heat. Make sure it doesn't have a milky or creamy texture. Carefully pour the curdled mixture into the lined strainer or colander and rinse with cold water. Take a cheesecloth now, and squeeze out the excess liquid. For the purpose of draining excess water (whey), hang the cheesecloth on your faucet for 30-60 minutes. Your paneer will be prepared in an hour!
Where To Buy Paneer?
Most milk dairies and sweet stores in India offer freshly produced paneer. Besides, you can also get both fresh and frozen paneer from supermarkets. When kept in the refrigerator, fresh ones typically have a shelf life of around 20 days, although frozen ones may be stored for many months.
In the US, you will find paneer in any local Indian grocery store. You can find freshly made or frozen blocks of paneer or small cubes in the refrigerated or frozen aisle to make appetizers like paneer tikka, paneer kebab, and more. My favorite paneer brands are Verka, Haldirams, Amul, and Gopi.
If you can't find an Indian grocery store nearby, some local stores and online retailers may also carry paneers such as Walmart, Costco, Whole Foods, and Amazon. Make sure to check the expiration date and the quality.
30+ Indian Vegetarian Paneer Recipes
There are so many delicious options in Indian cuisine for us to choose from, whether it's the paneer tikka from Punjab, the tea-time favorite paneer pakodas, or the rich and creamy paneer butter masala, palak paneer, and more.
We also have a collection of tried-and-true Indian paneer recipes that you shouldn't miss if you enjoy experimenting with new dishes at home. Take a look below to know about the delicious paneer recipes.
Appetizers/Snacks
Paneer Popcorn Recipe
Paneer Popcorn is a quick ,healthy lip-smacking snack made with fresh paneer (indian cottage cheese), mixed with spices and herbs and tossed with breadcrumbs to give that extra punch to taste
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Paneer Tikka - Air Fryer/ Oven/ Grill
Tandoori Paneer Tikka recipe is a Indian appetizer where paneer & vegetables are marinated in yogurt and spices and cooked in air fryer, oven.
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Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza
Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza is a classic twist made with Naan bread, marinated paneer, and veggies like red onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes in an Air Fryer or Oven.
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Crispy Paneer Fingers Recipe
Crispy Paneer Fingers Recipe|Evening Snack|Kids appetizer is a lip-smacking crispy, spicyand very soft inside healthy snack
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Cheesy Paneer Onion Rings
Cheesy Paneer Onion Ringsis a deep fried snack prepared from rings of onions, onions are stuffed with grated mozzarella cheese mixed with grated paneer.
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Chilli Paneer
Cubes of paneer that are deep fried till crisp and then tossed in a spicy, sweet, salty sauce
Paneer Pakoda
A simple snack recipe prepared with spiced paneer cubes, coated with besan or chickpea flour batter.
Broccoli Paneer Bhurji Sandwich
Broccoli Paneer Bhurji Sandwich is a quick and healthy sandwich prepared with spiced broccoli paneer/cottage cheese filling in it.
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Paneer Bhurji Sandwich Recipe (Paneer Sandwich)
Paneer Bhurji Sandwich|Paneer Sandwich is a quick and healthy sandwich prepared with spiced paneer/cottage cheese filling in it
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Broccoli Paneer Mayo Sandwich
Broccoli Paneer Mayo Sandwich is a protein rich and delicious sandwich loaded with broccoli, paneer, mayonnaise and spices.
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Breakfast
Paneer Uttapam Recipe
Paneer Uttapam Recipe is a delicious, nutritious and wholesome breakfast recipe. Soft and savory uttapam/pancakes topped up with grated paneer, carrots, onion, tomatoesand freshly chopped chilies and coriander.
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Salads
Beetroot Chickpea Salad
This healthy beetroot chickpea salad is made with beets (boiled or roasted), chickpeas, cottage cheese (paneer), cucumber, red onion, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette.
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Curries/Stir-Fries
Restaurant Style Paneer Butter Masala | Paneer Makhani
Restaurant Style Paneer Butter Masala is a popular recipe where Paneer cubes are simmered in a mildly rich onion tomato cashew nut based gravy
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Paneer Matar Makhana Curry
Paneer Matar Makhana Curry(Makhana Sabji) is a rich Indian curry recipe made with roasted fox-nuts, cottage cheese, green peas and cashews
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Instant Pot Matar Paneer (Cottage Cheese and Peas Curry)
Matar Paneer or Mutter paneermasala recipe is a classic restaurant style vegetarian curry of Indian cottage cheese and peas cooked in a tomato-onion based sauce in an Instant Pot Pressure cooker.
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Kadai Paneer
Indian Cottage Cheese and bell peppers are cooked in freshly ground spicy masala! Kadai Paneer is one of the most popular Indian paneer recipes and is best enjoyed with naan or roti!
Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe
Vegetable Paneer Jalfrezi is an easy and healthy stir fry recipe made with cottage cheese, vegetables like bell peppers and Indian spices
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Instant Pot Palak Paneer Recipe (Pressure Cooker)
Palak Paneer is a dish of North Indian origin consisting of palak (spinach) and paneer (cottage cheese) in a thick curry sauce based on pureed spinach, onion, tomatoes and spices
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Broccoli Paneer Bhurji
A super quick, easy, healthy Indian stir fry made with broccoli, paneer and some Indian spices
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Paneer Bhurji Recipe
How to make Paneer Bhurji Recipe step by step details below :
Malai Kofta (Restaurant Style)
Malai Kofta is a delicious dish of fried balls of potato and paneer in a rich and creamy mild gravy made with sweet onions and tomatoes.
Shahi Paneer
Deliciously flavorful, aromatic, rich, creamy, and restaurant-style paneer gravy. It will surely become your new favorite paneer dish at home!
Main Course
Paneer Paratha
Paneer parathas are a delicious and popular Indian whole wheat flatbread stuffed with paneer (Indian cottage cheese), spices, and herbs.
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Palak Paneer Paratha
This Palak Paneer Parathais anIndian Whole Wheat Flatbreadprepared by kneading whole wheat flour & spinach puree together and stuffed with mixture of cottage cheese (paneer) which is flavored with Indian spices
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Broccoli Paneer Paratha
Broccoli Paneer Paratha is a delicious and healthy paratha recipe which makes an wholesome breakfast or lunch and also a great kids lunch box
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Paneer Pulao
This Paneer Matar Pulao is a flavorful South Indian rice recipe made with coconut milk, peas, vegetables, and a few spices in the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker.
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Instant Pot Paneer Biryani
Paneer Biryani Instant Pot recipe is very delicious, flavorful and easy one pot rice recipe prepared from paneer, whole spices, biryani masala and the long grain basmati rice
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Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani Recipe
A simple, easy and flavorful vegetable biryani recipe made in the Instant pot pressure cooker with layers of spiced vegetables, warm spices, herbs like mint and cilantro, fried onions and basmati rice.
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Paneer Fried Rice
The Paneer Fried Rice recipe is an, easy and delicious Indian Chinese-style fried rice dish made with paneer (Indian cottage cheese), veggies, cooked basmati rice, and some sauces.
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Street Style Paneer Biryani|Easy Paneer Biryani
Let's learn how to make a very flavourful, aromatic Street Style Paneer Biryani recipe.
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Dessert
Paneer Kheer
Paneer kheer (aka paneer payasam) is a delicious and creamy Indian dessert made with crumbled or shredded paneer, milk, and sugar infused with saffron, cardamom, and dried fruits.
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Easy Rasmalai
Quick and easy way to prepare the popular Indian dessert Rasmalai using Haldiram's Rasgulla, without the hassle of preparing rasgullas from scratch. Enjoy a perfect and creamy sweet every time with this foolproof recipe.
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Rasgulla Recipe
Authentic and traditional bengali milk-based dessert recipe made with chenna.
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