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Paneer pakora

Ajwain seasons a chickpea-flour batter around paneer slices.

Prep 15 minCook 20 minServes 4Moderate
AI-generated serving inspiration.

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?

Deep heavy saucepan; frying thermometer; slotted spoon.

The recipe at a glance.

See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.

  1. STEP 1Mix batter3 min
  2. STEP 2Heat oil5–7 min
  3. STEP 3Coat paneer3 min
  4. STEP 4Fry3–4 min per batch; about 12 min frying

FOLLOW ALONG

4 simple steps.
One delicious result.

  1. Illustrative preparation stage 1
    STEP 1 / 43 min

    Mix batter

    No heat

    Have ready

    Besan, rice flour, ajwain, turmeric, chili, salt, water

    1. Whisk besan, rice flour, ajwain, turmeric, chili, salt and water into a thick batter.
    Next: Heat oil ↓
  2. Illustrative preparation stage 2
    STEP 2 / 45–7 min

    Heat oil

    Medium

    Have ready

    Oil

    1. Heat frying oil in a pot no more than half full.
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  3. Illustrative preparation stage 3
    STEP 3 / 43 min

    Coat paneer

    No heat

    Have ready

    Paneer, batter

    1. Dip paneer slices into batter.
    Next: Fry ↓
  4. Illustrative preparation stage 4
    STEP 4 / 43–4 min per batch; about 12 min frying

    Fry

    Maintain 350°F (175°C)

    Have ready

    Coated paneer

    1. Fry coated paneer in small batches and drain on a rack.

AT THE TABLE

A few good things alongside.

Cucumber mint dip

Mango slices

Black tea

AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.

A few things worth knowing.

Recipe development status

Untested original draft; kitchen review is required before publication.

Measuring your ingredients

Metric weights are preferred; US volumes are approximate.

Ingredients and allergens

Allergen check: includes milk. Check all packaged ingredients, including spice blends, and separate serving suggestions.

FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF

Spices for this recipe.

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