Spicy Paneer Stir-Fry with Tangy Sauce

Ingredients

• 400g (14 oz) paneer, cut into cubes 400g (14 oz) paneer, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3-4 green chilies, slit lengthwise 3-4 green chilies, slit lengthwise
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce 1 tablespoon chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 6g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the paneer cubes with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
2. 2.
   Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated paneer cubes and cook until they turn golden brown on all sides. Remove the paneer from the pan and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pan, add sliced onions, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and green chilies. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, tomato ketchup, chili sauce, vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Pour this sauce over the stir-fried vegetables and mix well.
5. 5.
   Add the cooked paneer cubes back into the pan and toss everything together until the paneer is well coated with the sauce.
6. 6.
   Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Paneer — To ensure a soft and creamy texture, make sure to marinate the paneer cubes for at least 15 minutes. This will help the paneer absorb the flavors and become tender when cooked.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add more green chilies or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
• Adjust the spiciness according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili sauce.
• Serve the Spicy Paneer Stir-Fry with steamed rice or naan bread for a complete meal.
• If you prefer a saucier dish, you can double the sauce ingredients.
• Experiment with different colored bell peppers to add visual appeal to the dish.

Serving advice

Serve the Spicy Paneer Stir-Fry hot as a main course dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for added freshness and color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the stir-fried paneer cubes and vegetables on a serving platter, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the top for an appetizing presentation.