Paneer Tikka, one of the most favourite and popular Indian Cuisine starters being served in different restaurants and prepared at home on different occasions. Juicy chunks of paneer marinated in yogurt and spices grilled to perfection, crispy outside, juicy and soft inside is what people love to have. Still, people who are entirely health-conscious get a little hesitant because the spices and oil used for the recipe may reduce the nutrition of paneer. So, what if we told you that you can still have irresistible tempting paneer tikka fully packed with nutrients. The secret lies in Shiva Organic’s Himalayan Yellow Chilli Powder. How? Let’s give you the glimpses below.
Why Choose Yellow Chilli Powder?
The organic spice doesn’t give just vibrant colour and flavour but also elevates the dish with its tangy, mildly hot impression. Unlike regular red chili powder, which can sometimes overpower the dish, yellow chilli has subtle heat that lingers gently, enhancing every bite of your paneer tikka without overwhelming your taste buds.
● The Himalayan Yellow Chilli Powder has a balanced heat that is not going to burn your taste buds.
● The tangy zest its has adds a refreshing flavour to the paneer tikka
● It is pure and authentic as harvested from pristine Himalayan Region
● Yellow Chilli has multiple health benefits as it is rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, capsaicin supports digestion and immunity.
● It adds a vibrant twist to the paneer tikka making it stand out both in taste and health.
Let’s discover how this spice gives a unique touch to the recipe.
The Spicy Paneer Tikka Recipe For You -
Ingredients
250 gm paneer (cut into cubes)
1 cup thick yogurt
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tbsp Shiva Organic’s Yellow Chilli Powder
1 tbsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tbsp chaat masala
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp of organic ghee
Salt to taste
Chopped vegetables (Onions, capsicum, tomatoes)
Cooking Instructions -
Step 1. Prepare the marination
Mix and whisk yogurt and ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, spices and a bit of ghee to add richness together in a bowl and blend well.
Step 2. Coat the Paneer
Add paneer cubes and chopped vegetables into the paste, coat them well and let the rest for at least 30 minutes. The longer it will rest, the deeper their juicy flavour penetrates.
Step 3 - Grill or Bake
Place the marinated paneer and vegetables onto grill sticks. Grill the paneer cubes on a hot pan or oven until golden brown. In between brush with ghee for a smoky flavour.
Step 4 - Serve Hot
It’s ready now. Garnish with chaat masala, lemon wedges, and fresh coriander leaves and pair it with mint chutney for the ultimate appetizer.
Tips and Tricks to enhance the taste and use it in different ways -
● Get Some More Smokiness by placing a hot charcoal piece in a bowl then drizzle a few drops of ghee, cover with a lid for 2-3 minutes to infuse and get a tandoor like aroma.
● For more nutrition and texture, add mushrooms, baby corn and broccoli along with paneer
● Serve it as a starter with chutneys of your choice or roll it into a whole wheat roti with salad for a healthy paneer tikka wrap.
● You can also try it as a pizza topping and sandwich fillings or with green leafy salad.
Conclusively, Being a paneer, it is already rich in protein and loaded with calcium that helps strengthen bone and muscle. While paired with vegetables and yogurt, it becomes a wholesome starter. On the top of it, adding organic yellow chilli powder makes it even better for boosting digestion, improving metabolism and supporting immunity. The Himalayan Spices are not just spices but purity and authenticity bottled straight from the Himalayas.
So, you can now create a sizzling starter of your very own paneer tikka with a healthy twist. The only aim of Shiva Organic is not just to satisfy your taste but meet your health expectation. The Himalayan spices are grown organically, handpicked and carefully processed to retain their natural oil and nutrients. These spices don’t just add heat but bring different flavours and aroma. That’s your paneer tikka feels extra ordinary when prepared with Himalayan spices.
