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Kashmiri chili paneer with roasted vegetables
Colorful vegetables. Tender paneer. A bright finish.
Tender paneer, colorful peppers, onion and tomato roast in a Kashmiri chili yogurt coating, finished with a little fresh cilantro.
Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.
GET EVERYTHING READY
Everything you’ll need.
For 4 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.
Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.
What equipment do I need?
Large bowl, two parchment-lined rimmed metal trays.
The recipe at a glance.
See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.
FOLLOW ALONG
4 simple steps.
One delicious result.
Illustrative preparation stage 1 Mix marinade
No heat
Have readyPlain Greek yogurt, Kashmiri chili powder, Ground cumin, Fresh ginger, grated, Garlic, grated, Lemon juice, Neutral oil, Fine salt
- Stir yogurt, chili, cumin, ginger, garlic, lemon juice, oil and salt together.
Illustrative preparation stage 2 Coat paneer and vegetables
No heat; refrigerate
Have readyPaneer, onion, red and green peppers, tomato
- Pat the paneer and cut vegetables dry.
- Gently fold paneer, onion, both peppers and tomato into the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
SPICE MAGICKashmiri Chili PowderView this spice →Next: Roast in one layer ↓Illustrative preparation stage 3 Roast in one layer
425°F (220°C)
Have readyNothing new
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Spread the coated paneer and vegetables over two lined trays, leaving space between pieces.
- Roast 18–22 minutes, turning gently halfway and rotating the trays.
- Remove paneer pieces early if their edges are golden before the vegetables are ready.
Illustrative preparation stage 4 Finish with fresh color
Off heat
Have readyOptional fresh cilantro
- Transfer paneer and vegetables to a warm platter.
- Scatter the optional cilantro over the top and serve promptly.
AT THE TABLE
A few good things alongside.
Steamed rice
Roti
Cucumber-mint yogurt dip
AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.
A few things worth knowing.
Recipe development status
Original development draft; kitchen validation pending.
Ingredients and allergens
Contains milk from paneer and yogurt. The vegetables are part of the recipe; cilantro is optional.
Kitchen tip 3
Use firm deseeded tomato so the tray does not become watery. Spread over two trays rather than crowding the ingredients.
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