Honey Chilli Paneer

Honey Chilli Paneer is a delicious Indo-Chinese dish that is popular in many restaurants and street food stalls in India. It is made by cooking cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) in a sweet and spicy sauce made with honey, soy sauce, chilli sauce, ginger, and garlic.

Here is a simple recipe for making Honey Chilli Paneer at home:

Ingredients of Honey Chilli Paneer

• 250 grams paneer, cut into cubes
• 2 tbsp cornflour
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Salt to taste
• Oil for frying
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
• 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
• 2-3 green chillies, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, cut into cubes
• 1 small capsicum, cut into cubes
• 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp red chilli sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tsp cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp water
• Spring onions for garnish

How to Make Honey Chilli Paneer

1. In a bowl, mix cornflour, all-purpose flour, and salt. Add paneer cubes and mix well.
2. Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the paneer cubes until golden brown. Remove and keep aside.
3. In another pan, heat 1 tbsp oil and add chopped garlic, ginger, and green chillies. Saute for a few seconds.
4. Add onion and capsicum cubes and saute for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Add tomato ketchup, soy sauce, red chilli sauce, honey, and vinegar. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the cornflour-water mixture and stir well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Add the fried paneer cubes to the sauce and mix well.
8. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.