Ingredients
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Paneer (Cottage Cheese)
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2 tbsp Oil(for brushing)
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Salt
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Black Pepper
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1 cup Dried Cranberries
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1 cup Hot Water(for soaking)
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1 tbsp Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
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2 Green Chillies(finely chopped)
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1 small piece Ginger(finely chopped)
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1 Onion(finely chopped)
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1/4 cup Roasted Peanutscoarsely pounded
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3-4 Roasted Papadcrushed
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Fresh Corianderchopped
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1 Fresh Lime
About
Think of a dish where simplicity meets sophistication — that’s exactly what grilled paneer with cranberry chutney is all about. The grilled paneer brings a warm, smoky aroma and soft, velvety texture, while the cranberry chutney adds a burst of tangy sweetness that elevates every bite. It’s colourful, flavour-packed, and incredibly easy to put together. Ideal for festive spreads, elegant dinners, or even a light lunch, this recipe is proof that minimal ingredients can create extraordinary flavours. This recipe brings together two flavours that complement each other beautifully — the creamy richness of grilled paneer and the fresh, tangy kick of cranberry chutney. The paneer is marinated with gentle spices and grilled to a golden perfection, while the chutney adds a fruity brightness that ties it all together. It’s a dish that’s light yet full of character, perfect to serve as a starter or a side.
Steps
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To make Grilled Paneer - Cut Paneer into round shape. |
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Brush it with oil. |
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Sprinkle some salt and pepper. |
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Grill this paneer on a hot pan from each side till you get golden colour. |
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Take it out and keep grilled paneer aside. |
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To make Cranberry Chutney - In a pan, take 1 tbs oil. |
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Into that add 1 tsp Jeera (Cumin Seeds). |
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Once jeera crackles, add 2 finely chopped green chillies and a small piece of finely chopped ginger. |
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Cook them for 2 minutes and then add 1 finely chopped onion and salt. |
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Once the onion becomes soft, add 1 cup soaked cranberries (soak 1 cup cranberries into 1 cup hot water for half an hour). |
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Mix everything well, cover with lead and let it cook for 10 minutes or till cranberry becomes mushy. |
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Once it’s done, mash it with the masher. |
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Remove this chutney into a bowl and then add 1/4 cup roasted and coarsely pounded peanuts, 3 to 4 roasted and crushed papad and some fresh coriander. |
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Mix everything well and at last squeeze some fresh lime juice. |
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To serve - Place this delicious chutney on top of the grilled panner. |
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- Garnish with some parsley or coriander and Enjoy ! |
