Roasted Paneer with Radish
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Here's a simple yet impressive dish I've grown to love. Roasted paneer with radish comes together in just 45 minutes and costs surprisingly little to make. The paneer gets beautifully golden and crispy while the radishes soften into something almost sweet. Radishes are packed with vitamin C and fiber, making this both delicious and nutritious. The cumin seeds and fresh ginger give it wonderful warmth, and everything comes together with a squeeze of bright lemon juice. It's the kind of recipe that feels fancy enough for guests but easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 400 gramspaneer cheese(cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 300 gramsradishes(halved or quartered depending on size)
- 4 tablespoonsvegetable oil
- 1½ teaspoonscumin seeds
- 1 tablespoonfresh ginger(minced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 2dry red chili(whole)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
- 3 tablespoonsfresh cilantro(chopped)
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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 achieve a golden crust when roasting.
Tip: Dry paneer prevents steam from forming during cooking and allows better browning.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, cumin seeds, minced ginger, minced garlic, and whole dry red chilies. Let this infuse for 2 minutes to release the aromatics.
Tip: Blooming the spices in oil enhances their flavor complexity.
- 3
Add the paneer cubes and radish pieces to the spiced oil. Gently toss until all pieces are evenly coated. Season with sea salt and black pepper, then drizzle with lemon juice.
Tip: Toss gently to avoid breaking the delicate paneer.
- 4
Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure the pieces are not overcrowded to allow even roasting.
Tip: Space items apart for crispier exteriors and better caramelization.
- 5
Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the paneer is golden brown on the edges and the radishes are tender with slightly charred edges.
Tip: Stir at the 12-minute mark for even browning on all sides.
- 6
Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Immediately sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro while the dish is still warm.
Tip: Adding cilantro fresh off the heat ensures vibrant flavor and aroma.
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