Roasted Paneer with Corn
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This roasted paneer with corn has become my go to weeknight dinner because it comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table. The beauty of this dish is how simple it really is, yet it feels fancy enough to serve to guests. Paneer is packed with protein and calcium, making it so satisfying and nourishing for vegetarians like me. I love how the cumin seeds toast in olive oil to create this warm, nutty base, while the fresh corn adds natural sweetness and a lovely texture. The lime juice and cilantro brighten everything up at the end, giving you this perfectly balanced dish that tastes like you spent hours cooking.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gramspaneer(cut into 2cm cubes)
- 473 mlfresh corn kernels(or frozen and thawed)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspooncumin seeds
- 1 mediumred onion(cut into wedges)
- 1 wholered capsicum(cut into chunks)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh cilantro(finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoonslime juice
- 3 clovesgarlic(minced)
- 1 teaspoonsalt(to taste)
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ½ teaspoonchaat masala
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Pat the paneer cubes dry with paper towels to help them brown better during roasting.
Tip: Dry paneer is key to achieving a golden exterior.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil with minced garlic, cumin seeds, salt, black pepper, and chaat masala. Mix well to create a coating.
Tip: Toast the cumin seeds briefly in the oil first for deeper flavor.
- 3
Add the paneer cubes, corn kernels, red onion wedges, and capsicum chunks to the oil mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Tip: Handle paneer gently to avoid breaking the cubes.
- 4
Spread the mixture on a baking tray in a single layer. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Tip: Use parchment paper on the tray for easier cleanup.
- 5
Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until paneer turns golden brown and corn kernels are slightly charred.
Tip: The vegetables should be tender and the paneer edges crispy.
- 6
Remove from oven and immediately transfer to a serving bowl. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the roasted vegetables and paneer.
Tip: The lime juice adds brightness and balances the richness.
- 7
Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro and give everything a final toss to distribute the herb evenly.
Tip: Fresh herbs add color and freshness to the finished dish.
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