Roasted Paneer with Ginger
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Here's my go to recipe when I'm craving something flavorful but don't have much time. Roasted paneer with ginger comes together in under an hour and the whole kitchen smells absolutely amazing. Fresh ginger is one of my favorite ingredients because it's not just delicious, it also aids digestion and reduces inflammation. The beauty of this dish is its simplicity: you toss cubes of paneer in warm spices and ginger, pop them in the oven, and you're done. It's budget friendly, requires just one pan, and tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal fuss.
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Ingredients
- 400 gpaneer cheese(cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoongram masala powder
- ½ teaspoonturmeric powder
- ½ teaspoonred chili powder
- ½ teaspooncumin seeds
- ¾ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
- 3 tablespoonsfresh cilantro(chopped for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Pat the paneer cubes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps them crisp up beautifully during roasting.
Tip: Dry paneer absorbs the marinade better and achieves a crispier exterior.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the minced ginger, minced garlic, garam masala, turmeric, red chili powder, cumin seeds, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Toast the spices lightly in a dry pan first for deeper flavor if you have time.
- 3
Add the olive oil and lemon juice to the spice mixture and stir well to create a marinade paste.
Tip: The oil helps distribute the spices evenly and prevents sticking during roasting.
- 4
Add the paneer cubes to the marinade bowl and gently toss until all pieces are well coated. Let them sit for 8-10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Tip: Don't marinate for too long as paneer can become soggy; just enough time for flavor absorption is ideal.
- 5
Spread the marinated paneer cubes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart so they roast rather than steam.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan; give each cube room for air circulation.
- 6
Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring gently halfway through, until the paneer develops golden-brown edges and the ginger becomes fragrant.
Tip: You'll know it's ready when the edges are caramelized and slightly crispy.
- 7
Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving plate while still warm.
Tip: The paneer will continue to firm up slightly as it cools.
- 8
Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro and serve immediately as an appetizer, snack, or side dish.
Tip: Serve with yogurt dip, mint chutney, or alongside rice for a complete meal.
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