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    You are here: Home / Recipes / Appetizers / Grilled Paneer Tikka

    Grilled Paneer Tikka

    Published: May 20, 2022 . Last Updated: May 20, 2022 by Alpa Jain . This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This is an easy grilled paneer tikka recipe for vegetarian barbeque for summer. The infused spices and tanginess of yogurt combined with the smoky flavor from charcoal grilling will surely make you drool.
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    After a long cold winter, as the weather warms up, the instinctive urge to go out is strong and in such a situation cooking outside cannot be far behind. Although I am not very good at it luckily my hubby loves to grill and loves to make his signature grilled paneer tikka recipe.

    The aroma of spices mixed with charcoal smoke is simply hard to resist. It is loved by my family and friends. To my surprise, my kids who are picky eaters also love the fresh, juicy, and smoky flavor of these Indian-style grilled vegetable skewers.

    The process of making vegetarian barbeque or vegetarian grilling may seem very elaborate, but in the end, it is all worth it.

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    • Ingredients to make grilled paneer tikka masala
    • How to marinate paneer for bbq?
    • How to make paneer tikka skewers?
    • Preparing the charcoal grill
    • How to grill paneer without sticking?
    • Grilling vegetable and paneer skewers
    • How to eat paneer tikka?
    • Storage
    • 📖 Recipe
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    Ingredients to make grilled paneer tikka masala

    To make grilled paneer tikka we need a few colorful bell peppers, onions, and paneer.

    Cut the bell peppers and onions into chunks of about 1.5 to 2 inches in size. Single out the onion layers.

    Other ingredients are yogurt, tandoori masala, fenugreek leaves, oil, minced ginger garlic paste, serrano peppers, and salt.

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    How to marinate paneer for bbq?

    To marinate paneer for the grill, take some yogurt in a bowl, add finely chopped ginger-garlic and serrano peppers (to taste), oil, and turmeric powder and give it a gentle mix. Add a little crushed Kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves) and Tandoori Masala powder for a nice flavor.

    Add salt to taste and a hint of black pepper powder. Black pepper is called the king of spices and is very helpful in enhancing immunity power.

    Add the chunks of bell peppers, onions, some chopped cilantro, and paneer and mix gently until everything is well coated. Cover and let the veggies and paneer marinate for about 2-3 hours.

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    How to make paneer tikka skewers?

    While paneer and bell peppers are marinating, soak the bamboo skewers, in water. After marination is done, arrange the bell peppers, onions, and paneer on the skewers and you are all set to grill the paneer tikka masala.

    A general tip while arranging the skewers is to start with the pepper and onion, followed by the paneer, and end it with pepper as well. This will prevent paneer from flowing out while grilling.

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    Preparing the charcoal grill

    There is no special prep needed for the gas grill. Just follow the manufacturer's manual to turn it on. Once the gas burner is lit, put the cover down and let the grill plate heat to the desired temperature. In this case, it can roughly be around 350 degrees F.

    However, the charcoal grill can be a little more involved but the good thing is that the steps are fairly simple and mentioned on the charcoal bag cover. We usually prefer to use wood charcoal free from kerosene.

    How to heat charcoal grill?

    Place the charcoal in a pyramid shape on the bottom grill plate and light it up at its base. The best thing would be to put some cardboard and newspaper on the grill before putting the charcoal. This will help in starting the fire. Charcoal lighter fluid can be used for additional help if needed for starting the fire.

    In 10-15 minutes, the fire flames should die down and it is time to spread the red-hot charcoal over the grill using a glove and a tong. Put the top grill and you are all set to grill.

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    How to grill paneer without sticking?

    Put the skewers on the grill and put the lid on. Having a grill mat over the grill would help avoid paneer sticking to the grill and potential mishap.

    Grilling vegetable and paneer skewers

    Grill the paneer tikka masala for about 10 minutes, turning the skewers in between so that all the four sides are cooked evenly. Use a glove and tongs to turn the skewers as they would be too hot to handle with bare hands.

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    How to eat paneer tikka?

    Enjoy the paneer tikka masala with some green chutney or tomato ketchup. Sprinkle some chaat masala for some tanginess.

    We also like to wrap it in a tortilla and make paneer tikka wraps.

    Storage

    Marinated paneer can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can also freeze it for over a month. When you are ready to use it, simply put it in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for a few hours.

    Any leftover grilled paneer can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can reheat it in the microwave or in the air fryer before serving.

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    Grilled Paneer Tikka on Charcoal Grill

    This is an easy grilled paneer tikka recipe for vegetarian barbeque for summer. The infused spices and tanginess of yogurt combined with the smoky flavor from charcoal grilling will surely make you drool.
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    Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 30 mins
    Cook Time: 10 mins
    Marination Time: 3 hrs
    Servings: 8 people
    Calories: 199kcal
    Author: Alpa Jain

    Equipment

    • Grill

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb Paneer (Indian cottage cheese)
    • 3 count Bell Pepper cubed
    • 1 count Onions cubed
    • 1 cup Yogurt
    • 1 inch Ginger (chopped)
    • 1 clove Garlic (chopped)
    • 1 tablespoon Chopped Cilantro
    • Serrano pepper (optional)
    • 1 tablespoon Oil

    Spices

    • ⅛ teaspoon Turmeric powder
    • 1 tablespoon Tandoori Masala
    • 1 teaspoon Kasoori Methi (Dried Fenugreek leaves)
    • 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
    • Chaat masala
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    Instructions

    Preparing the marinade

    • Add yogurt, oil, salt and spices together in a mixing bowl and mix well using a whisk.
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    • Adjust spiciness by adding chopped serrano peppers as per taste
    • Add the cubed paneer, bell peppers and onions and mix well to ensure it gets well coated by the mixture.
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    • Cover the bowl and keep it aside for about 3 hours

    Grilling Paneer Tikka

    • Arrange the marinated paneer, bell peppers and onions on the skewers
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    • Grill the skewers on the charcoal grill or gas grill for about 10 minutes and turning in between.
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    Nutrition Facts
    Grilled Paneer Tikka on Charcoal Grill
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    199
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    17
    g
    26
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    9
    g
    56
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    1
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    41
    mg
    14
    %
    Sodium
     
    319
    mg
    14
    %
    Potassium
     
    53
    mg
    2
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    3
    g
    1
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    1
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    9
    g
    18
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    30
    IU
    1
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    1
    mg
    1
    %
    Calcium
     
    310
    mg
    31
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Teresa Jeffris says

      July 22, 2020 at 10:13 am

      5 stars
      This looks delicious! I have always wanted to try Indian food.

      Reply
    2. chad says

      July 21, 2020 at 2:22 pm

      I never had grilled Paneer before! This looks so so good! I love Paneer...Can't wait to try this one out.

      Reply
    3. Ana Smith says

      July 21, 2020 at 1:05 pm

      5 stars
      I never tried grilled paneer tikka before but it looks really appealing.

      Reply
    4. Kate says

      July 21, 2020 at 12:18 pm

      This looks delish! My family loves peppers and I know they will love this recipe!

      Reply
    5. Lathiya says

      April 20, 2020 at 5:34 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds great appetizing and delicious. The paneer cooked so perfectly.

      Reply
    6. Patrice | Cardamom Magazine says

      April 16, 2020 at 7:04 pm

      5 stars
      This looks delicious! I love Indian flavors and turmeric. And the weather is perfect now for grilling in the backyard.

      Reply
    7. Fatima Torres says

      April 16, 2020 at 3:42 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for the tip to start the skewers with the peppers and onions first. I always go with the main dishes.

      Reply
    8. Jacqueline Debono says

      April 16, 2020 at 5:44 am

      5 stars
      I've never had paneer skewers but they look delicious. Can't wait to try this as soon as we start grilling outside!

      Reply
    9. Sherelle says

      April 15, 2020 at 6:36 pm

      Sounds awesome. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    10. Christy Boston's Kitchen says

      April 15, 2020 at 12:40 pm

      This looks like a fun new way to prepare paneer. I never would have thought of skewing it, what a novel idea! And those ingredients look so tasty...

      Reply
    11. Kay says

      April 15, 2020 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      This paneer recipe looks fantastic, I will be trying this out soon!
      Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    12. Beth says

      April 15, 2020 at 11:47 am

      5 stars
      Your recipes always look and sound so good and this one is no exception. Since we don't have a gas grill, do you think I might try these on a grill pan? If I do, I'll let you know.

      Reply
      • CulinaryShades says

        April 15, 2020 at 7:55 pm

        Hi Beth,

        Glad to know you like my recipes. You should be able to grill on a grill pan. Let me know how it turns out.

        Regards
        Alpa

        Reply
    13. Saif says

      April 15, 2020 at 10:13 am

      I love Paneer dish and this looks so delicious, Not to mention, it is very healthy since it is grilled rather than fried.

      Reply
    14. Genevieve says

      April 15, 2020 at 1:41 am

      5 stars
      These skewers look so colorful and delicious!

      Reply
    15. Nart | Cooking with Nart says

      April 14, 2020 at 8:29 pm

      5 stars
      Tried the recipe and it was really lovely. Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
    16. Elizabeth Newman says

      April 14, 2020 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      The seasoning sounds amazing.

      Reply
    17. Jere Cassidy says

      April 14, 2020 at 6:33 pm

      5 stars
      I had something similar to this at our local restaurant and we loved it, so now I need to try your recipe so we can have this at home.

      Reply
    18. Rochelle says

      April 14, 2020 at 1:55 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is right up my alley. I don't eat meat, and I am always looking for new meal ideas. This looks awesome!

      Reply

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