
Grilled Paneer with Turnip
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This grilled paneer with turnip recipe is one of my go to dishes when I want something quick and satisfying. Paneer is absolutely wonderful because it holds up beautifully on the grill while staying soft and creamy inside, and it's packed with protein that keeps you full. What I love most is how simple it all comes together in under an hour with just basic pantry staples. The earthiness of roasted turnips pairs so nicely with warm spices like garam masala and turmeric, giving you restaurant quality flavors without any fuss. Even on my busiest weeknights, I can have this on the table in no time.
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Ingredients
- 400paneer
- 700 gramsturnip(sliced)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 teaspoonsgaram masala
- 1 teaspoonturmeric
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 2lime
- 237 mlcilantro(chopped)
- 3 clovesgarlic(minced)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
Cut paneer into cubes and turnip into slices.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garam masala, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Brush the paneer and turnip slices with the spiced oil.
- 5
Grill the paneer for 5 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- 6
Grill the turnip for 10 minutes, flipping once.
- 7
Squeeze lime juice over grilled paneer and turnip.
- 8
Garnish with chopped cilantro and minced garlic.
- 9
Serve and enjoy!
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