Quick 5-Step South Indian Paneer Pepper Dry Recipe To Try At Home

By Shreya Sarpal

April 25, 2026

Paneer pepper dry sizzles with crackling curry leaves, smoky edges, and a bold black pepper punch that lingers beautifully. Each bite is fiery, juicy, and addictive, perfect when you’re craving something spicy, crisp, and seriously flavour-packed.

Ingredients

250 g cubed paneer 2 tbsp oil 1 tsp mustard seeds 8-10 curry leaves 1 sliced medium onion 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp black pepper powder ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp soy sauce Salt to taste

Step 1

Heat oil, add mustard seeds and let them crackle, then toss in curry leaves.

Step 2

Add sliced onions and sauté till lightly golden with a slight bite left.

Step 3

Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook till fragrant, not browned.

Step 4

Add paneer, turmeric, and salt, then toss on high heat for crisp edges.

Step 5

Finish with black pepper and soy sauce, mix quickly and serve hot.