17 Oct Paneer ke Pakode recipe

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Last Updated on October 17, 2023 by blessmyfoodbypayal

Paneer ke Pakode recipe with step wise pictorial and video method.

Paneer ke pakode is such a name which don’t need any introduction for any of the Indian and holds a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts across the subcontinent.

Paneer is the Hindi word for Indian Cottage Cheese and Pakode means Fritters. So when the paneer cubes coated with gram flour batter is deep fried, makes a mouth watering snack named Paneer ke Pakode.

Right from the popular street food of India to homemade treat, paneer ke pakode is such a delightful and irresistible snack that is cherished for their unique blend of flavors and texture.

Fusion of contrasting elements is something what makes paneer ke pakode so enticing. Mild and tender cubes of paneer are first marinated in aromatic spices, then coated again in the mixture of flours dustings and lastly encased in a flavorful and spiced gram flour batter.

This batter has all such ingredients like carom seeds, asafoetida, red chili powder, chaat masala, garam masala and many more which adds a burst of flavor to each bite.

The thoroughly coated paneer cubes are then deep-fried to perfection, creating a delectable contrast between the crispy, golden exterior and the creamy, melt-in-the-mouth interior.

The art of making paneer ke pakode goes beyond just mixing ingredients. Though it is not such a snack which is tough to make but still many people face a major issue and the issue is that besan coating doesn’t remain stick to the paneer cubes while frying.

Batter looses its grip over the paneer and spreads in oil, thereby making small tiny fritters (pakoudiyaan) here and there spoiling the shape and look of pakode itself.

Here in this recipe, we have addressed that issue by using a very small trick.

After the paneer cubes were marinated, a dry coating is made by mixing gram flour and rice flour. This dry flour coating on marinated paneer helps the batter to stay on paneer cubes while frying.

Isn’t that simple trick?

A snack cherished by the people of all ages, paneer ke pakode are a beloved part of Indian food culture which is generally paired with green chutney or Tamarind chutney (especially in our city) and a cup of masala chai for the ultimate tea-time indulgence.

In conclusion, whether enjoyed as a snack during a rainy day or served as a special treat during celebrations or just a casual evening treat, paneer ke pakode continue to be a delightful reminder of the rich culinary heritage and the diverse flavors of India.

STEP WISE PICTORIAL RECIPE OF PANEER KE PAKODE RECIPE

FOR MARINATION

1. Cut 300 gram paneer into pieces. Don’t make small pieces.

2. Mix 1 tsp ginger garlic paste, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp kasuri methi and 1/4 tsp salt in a wide plate. We did it in a bowl but found difficulty in marination, so wide plate is a better option.

3. Toss paneer pieces into the marination so that marination gets coated to each piece properly. Keep the paneer in refrigerator till it is needed.

PREPARATION OF COATING

4. Take a wide plate and add mix 2 tbsp besan and 1 tbsp rice flour.

5. Give them a good mix and keep aside.

PREPARATION OF BATTER

6. Take a bowl and add 3/4 cup besan, 2 tbsp rice flour, pinch of hing, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp chaat masala, 1/4 tsp carom seeds/ajwain, 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp coriander powder.

7. Give them a good mix.

8. Add 1/2 cup water and whisk well.

9. A thick paste is ready.
MAKING OF PANEER KE PAKODE

10. Take a slice of marinated paneer and first toss it in the coating from all the sides.

11. Now dip it in the besan batter and cost from all the sides. Instead of fingers, use the spoon to coat the paneer in besan batter.

12. Drop the coated paneer in hot oil for frying.

13. Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.

14. Fry from all the sides till paneer pakode turns golden brown.

15. Take the paneer pakode out of oil and fry rest of the pakodas.

Paneer ke pakode are ready. Serve hot with a dip of your choice with a cup of tea.

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PANEER KE PAKODE RECIPE – RECIPE CARD

Paneer ke pakode recipe

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Crispy, golden, and irresistible, paneer ke pakode recipe are a delightful Indian snack.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Course snacks

Cuisine Indian

Servings 4

Ingredients

FOR MARINATION

300 gram Paneer/Indian cottage cheese
1 tsp ginger garlic paste
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp kasuri methi
1/4 tsp salt

FOR COATING

2 tbsp besan/gram flour
1 tbsp rice flour

FOR BATTER

3/4 cup besan/gram flour
2 tbsp rice flour
Pinch of Asafoetida/hing
1 tsp red chilli powder
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp chaat masala
1/4 tsp carom seeds/ajwain
1/2 tsp garam masala
1 tsp salt
1 tsp coriander powder
1/2 cup water

FOR MAKING PAKODE

Marinated paneer
Coating
Besan batter
Oil for frying

Instructions

FOR MARINATION

Cut 300 gram paneer into pieces. Don't make small pieces.
Mix 1 tsp ginger garlic paste, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp kasuri methi and 1/4 tsp salt in a wide plate. We did it in a bowl but found difficulty in marination, so wide plate is a better option.
Toss paneer pieces into the marination so that marination gets coated to each piece properly. Keep the paneer in refrigerator till it is needed.

PREPRATION OF COATING

Take a wide plate and add mix 2 tbsp besan and 1 tbsp rice flour.
Give them a good mix and keep aside.

PREPRATION OF BATTER

Take a bowl and add 3/4 cup besan, 2 tbsp rice flour, pinch of hing, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp chaat masala, 1/4 tsp carom seeds/ajwain, 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp coriander powder.
Give them a good mix.
Add 1/2 cup water and whisk well.
A thick paste is ready.

MAKING OF PANEER KE PAKODE

Take a slice of marinated paneer and first toss it in the coating from all the sides.
Now dip it in the besan batter and cost from all the sides. Instead of fingers, use the spoon to coat the paneer in besan batter.
Drop the coated paneer in hot oil for frying.
Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.
Fry from all the sides till paneer pakode turns golden brown.
Take the paneer pakode out of oil and fry rest of the pakodas.
Paneer ke pakode are ready. Serve hot with a dip of your choice with a cup of tea.