Grilled Paneer with Okra
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners that comes together in just 45 minutes. Paneer is wonderfully versatile and packed with protein, making it such a satisfying choice for vegetarians like me. Paired with tender okra and warm spices, this grilled combination is both nutritious and budget friendly. The beauty of this dish is its simplicity: just a handful of everyday ingredients and a hot grill transform into something restaurant worthy. My family asks for this again and again, and I love how straightforward it is to prepare.
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Ingredients
- 400 gpaneer
- 500 gokra
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 2 tbsplemon juice
- 1 tbspgaram masala
- 1 tspturmeric powder
- 1 tspred chili powder
- 1 tspsalt
- 2 tbspfresh coriander(chopped)
- 2 clovesgarlic
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the paneer and okra into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
Tip: Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste.
- 3
Add the paneer and okra to the bowl, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade.
Tip: Marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally longer for better flavor.
- 4
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 5
Add the marinated paneer and okra to the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally until the paneer is golden brown.
Tip: Cook the okra until it becomes tender.
- 6
Sprinkle the chopped fresh coriander over the grilled paneer and okra before serving.
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