Pepper Paneer (Indian cottage cheese with Pepper)

By Joydeep Pal

I have tried out another vegetarian recipe with Indian cottage cheese (Paneer). In this experimental dish, I have used different peppers/capsicums in a new curry. Already received accolades for its taste and flavor at different events, I am sharing my secrets now with the world.

0 shares Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Pin it Share on WhatsApp Share on Google+

Google Ads

Rate this recipe 3.1/5 (74 Votes)

Pepper Paneer (Indian cottage cheese with Pepper)

1 Picture

Butter Spinach Cottage Cheese...

Apple crumble pie with cottage...

Ingredients

200gm Paneer (Indian cottage cheese)
3-4 Medium Pepper (Green/Yellow/Red) (Washed)
2 or 3 Green Chillies
1 pc Tomato (big)
1 tablespoons of Ginger Paste (optional)
2 tablespoons of Tomato Ketchup (optional)
5-6 tablespoons of Oil : Sunflower oil
Spices:
Cummin Whole(Jeera): 1/4 teaspoon
Cinnamon (Darchini): 1/4 of a stick
Cardamom (Elaichi): 3 small one
Clove (Labongo/laung): 3
Garam Masala: ½ teaspoon
Cumin powder (Jeera): 1 table-spoon
Turmeric powder (Halud/Haldi): 1 tea-spoon
Bay Leaves Whole (Tejpata): 3-4 (optional)
Sugar: 1 tea-spoon
Water
Salt to Taste

Details

servings 4
Level of difficulty Easy
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 10mins
Cost Budget Friendly

Preparation

Step 1

Dice the pepper(capsicum) and paneer in medium pieces.

Step 2

Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the paneer first little bit and take them out as they start turning golden brown.

Step 3

Saute the pepper for 2-3 min and then keep them separate.

Step 4

Then, add the cummin, bay leaves, cardamom, clove and cinnamon to fry little bit.

Step 5

Add ginger paste, green chillies and tomato to saute along with cummin and garam masala powder. You can use 2 tablespoon of Tomato Ketchup also.

Step 6

Now, add the paneer and pepper with turmeric powder and salt and mix well with water.

Step 7

Put a lid over the frying pan to cook for 8-9 mins in medium flame.Add the sugar and mix them well.

Step 8

Ready to serve hot with paratha/bread.

Like these recipes? Then you'll love

Medley of spring vegetables,... 3.3/5 (119 Votes)
Spag Bol 3.1/5 (112 Votes)
Katchagreen 3.4/5 (131 Votes)
prawn and mushroom curry 3.4/5 (136 Votes)
Butter Chicken 3.4/5 (136 Votes)
Butter Chicken Curry 3/5 (108 Votes)
Salt and pepper wedges 3.4/5 (137 Votes)
Mad's Pepper Sauce 3.4/5 (129 Votes)

Chef Tips and Tricks

How to trim and tie a roast

In this video, we show you the best way to trim and tie a roast, all by yourself! You don't need the butcher or supermarket to do it for you when it's so easy to do it at home.