How To Make Paneer Tikka In Oven Toaster Grills?

Are you craving something delicious, flavorful, and satisfying? If so, then trying Paneer Tikka will definitely be a good idea! Paneer Tikka is not only flavorful but also incredibly versatile – it can be tailored to your taste and cooked in various ways. Whether you’re looking for a tasty starter dish or a hearty side dish, Paneer Tikka is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palates! 

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What Is Paneer Tikka? 

Paneer Tikka is an incredibly flavorful Indian dish made with chunks of paneer, marinated in spices, and grilled in a tandoor. It is a vegetarian alternative to chicken tikka and makes a delicious starter or side dish. The marinade can be tailored to your taste, and the paneer can be grilled, fried, or baked for a variety of different flavors. 

To start with preparation you need to have the ingredients mentioned below. 

Ingredients 

  • Paneer 
  • 1/2 cup hung curd 
  • 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste 
  • 2 teaspoons of red chili powder 
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper powder 
  • 1 teaspoon of garam masala 
  • 1 tablespoon of mustard oil 
  • 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala powder 
  • 2 tablepoons gram flour(besan) 
  • 2 tablespoon kasuri methi 
  • 1 teaspoon of lemon juice 
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 

Method

For Marinade 

  • To prepare paneer tikka, you need to prepare the marinade first. So, to prepare the marinade, follow these steps: 
  • Combine thick curd as a tenderizer with ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, black salt, garam masala, pepper powder, mustard oil, spicy chat masala, and gram flour. Adding gram flour helps in coating the paneer well. 
  • Beat all these ingredients until it becomes smooth.  
  • Then, add kasuri methi and lemon juice to the mixture and mix it well. 
  • Add paneer to the marinade and again mix it well to coat the paneer well with the marinade.  
  • Refrigerate it for 30 minutes, and after that, thread your marinated paneer in a skewer, and then it is ready for grilling.

Follow these simple, easy steps to prepare paneer tikka using an oven: 

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit 
  • Lightly brush a pan/tawa with oil.
  • When the tawa gets heated up, place the tikka skewers on it.
  • Inside the preheated oven, place the skewers on a baking pan.
  • Bake it for 15 minutes.
  • Broil at high temperature for 1-2 minutes.
  • Take out the pan with the skewers.

Now, you are ready with your oven-toaster grilled paneer tikka. Serve it hot with fresh green chutney and onion rings. 

Tips For Making Paneer Tikka 

  • You can use different appliances to make paneer tikka at home, including making paneer tikka on a grill, pan, tandoor, or oven. However, paneer tikka made in oven toaster grills tastes way more delicious. 
  • Cook your paneer and don't overcook it. Otherwise, the soft and succulent texture will become as chewy as rubber.  
  • Let the paneer marinate for 30 minutes. Then, if you have extra time, marinate it for two hours or more. This will let it absorb more flavors from the marinade. 
  • Remember to add besan(gram flour) to the marinade. It will ensure that the paneer and veggies are coated well and will stick to the pan.

We hope you have liked our simple approach to making paneer tikka in oven toaster grills. This can be a perfect starter or an ideal evening snack and you can serve it with any dips you like. So, if you are craving this dish, follow the recipe now and enjoy it with your family.