Spicy Paneer Tikka

Paneer tikka is a North Indian dish of marinated paneer grilled with peppers, onion, and tomatoes. This version brings heat with Finch Nai Miris Powder (cobra / ghost chilli) - start with a pinch.

Ingredients
• 1 block paneer, cubed
• 3 medium bell peppers (mixed colours)
• 1 large onion, big chunks
• 7–10 cherry tomatoes

Marinade
• 1 cup curd
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp masala powder
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp Finch green chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp salt

Green sauce
• 1/4 cup curd
• 1/2 cup coriander leaves
• 10–15 mint leaves
• 2 large green chillies
• 1/2 tsp green chilli powder
• 1/2 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Garnish: coriander, roasted lemon, pepper flakes

Method
1. Whisk curd until creamy. Mix in marinade spices.
2. Coat paneer and vegetables. Cover and marinate ~1 hour.
3. Thread onto skewers, mixing colours.
4. Grill on medium heat 15–20 minutes, turning until golden.
5. Blend green sauce ingredients until smooth.
6. Plate with garnish and green sauce.

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