Here's a detailed recipe for Spinach Paneer Fingers:
Ingredients
- 250 gm paneer, cut into finger-shaped strips
- 1 cup fresh spinach leave
- 1/4 cup hung curd
- 1/2 cup gram flour
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Kabab masala for coating ( optional)
- Oil for frying
- Green chutney for serving
Instructions
1. *Prepare the spinach paste*: Blend the spinach leaves with a little water to make a smooth paste.
2. *Make the kabab mixture*: In a bowl, mix together the spinach paste, gram flour, Hung curd cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala powder, salt, black pepper, garlic, and ginger.
3. *Coat the paneer fingers*: Coat the paneer fingers with the kabab mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.
4. *Coat with kabab masala*: Coat the paneer fingers with kabab masala for extra flavor.
5. *Fry on tava*: Heat a non-stick tava or pan with a little oil. Fry the paneer fingers until golden brown on all sides.
6. *Serve with green chutney*: Serve the spinach paneer fingers hot with a dollop of green chutney.
Tips and Variations
- Adjust the amount of spices according to your taste preferences.
- Use fresh and tender spinach leaves for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different types of cheese or vegetables for a unique twist.
- Serve with a side of yogurt or a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess.