Indo Chinese Paneer Lollipop is a delicious, crispy appetizer that’s perfect for your party. With its crispy exterior and soft interior, this dish brings the best of both worlds. The use of sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch, and it’s a popular street food in Kolkata. The combination of sauces like Thai sweet chili, soy sauce, and Schezwan sauce gives it a unique flavor that will have your guests coming back for more!
Cuisine: Indo Chinese
Course: Appetizer
Diet: High Protein Vegetarian
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Paneer | 200 grams |
| Thai Sweet Chili Sauce | 2 tablespoons |
| Soy Sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Schezwan Sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Corn Flour | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Garlic (finely chopped) | 3 cloves |
| Green Onion Leaves (chopped) | 2 tablespoons |
| White Sesame Seeds | 2 tablespoons |
| Corn Flour (for dusting) | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | To taste |
| Oil | As required for frying |
| Green Onion Leaves (for garnish) | As required for garnishing |
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 2-3
Instructions
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Preparation of Paneer:
Begin by cutting the paneer into ½-inch cubes and set them aside for marination. -
Marination:
In a mixing bowl, combine the Thai sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, Schezwan sauce, corn flour, finely chopped garlic, chopped green onion leaves, and salt. Stir well to create a smooth marinade. Add the paneer cubes into the marinade and toss them gently to coat each piece evenly. Let the marinated paneer sit for about 15 minutes. -
Grilling the Paneer:
After 15 minutes, heat a grill pan and brush it lightly with oil. Place corn flour on a plate and coat each piece of marinated paneer with corn flour. -
Cooking the Paneer:
Arrange the paneer cubes on the grill pan and cook them on both sides until they turn golden brown and crispy. -
Coating with Sesame Seeds:
Once the paneer cubes are cooked, take them out of the pan and dip them in the sesame seeds, ensuring that they are coated evenly on all sides. -
Serving:
Serve these crispy Indo Chinese Paneer Lollipops garnished with freshly chopped green onion leaves for a burst of color. This dish is best enjoyed with a side of Burnt Garlic Mushroom Fried Rice and Mushroom Manchurian Gravy for a complete Indo-Chinese meal.
Enjoy your Indo Chinese Paneer Lollipop as a flavorful appetizer or a perfect addition to any dinner table!
