Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Cumin powder

1 tsp

Ginger Garlic Paste

0.25 cup

Whole Wheat Bread crumbs

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

for shallow frying

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 cup

Whole Wheat Bread crumbs

1 tbsp

Sesame seeds

3 unit

Potato

boiled

200 g

Paneer

Homemade

Step 1
~6 min

Boil potatoes until soft.

Step 2
~6 min

Mash boiled potatoes and paneer together in a bowl.

Step 3
~6 min

Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, ginger garlic paste, bread crumbs, salt, and red chili powder to the potato and paneer mixture.

Step 4
~6 min

Mix all ingredients well.

Step 5
~6 min

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a shallow pan for shallow frying. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius for baking.

Key Technique: Shallow Frying
Step 6
~6 min

Make lemon-sized balls from the mixture.

Step 7
~6 min

Roll the balls in breadcrumbs.

Step 8
~6 min

Gently press the balls between your palms to flatten them slightly.

Step 9
~6 min

For shallow frying: Place the kebabs in the pan and shallow fry on both sides until golden and crisp.

Key Technique: Shallow Frying
Step 10
~6 min

For baking: Place the kebabs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~6 min

Serve Aloo Paneer Kebab with Pudina Chutney and Date & Tamarind Chutney or make Chole Aloo Tikki Chaat.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, add a pinch of garam masala.

Ensure the potatoes are completely cooled before mashing to prevent a sticky mixture.

You can also add chopped coriander leaves for added freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before frying or baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with chutney.

Serve as a side dish with Indian meals.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pudina Chutney
Date & Tamarind Chutney

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indian Subcontinent

Cultural Significance

Popular vegetarian snack in India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack Time
Festive

Popularity Score

75/100

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