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Paneer Stir Fry Chinese Recipe

Paneer andVegetable stir fry is a classic Indo-Chinese dish that’s amped up with flavour!I just love this recipe – it’s quick and easy to make. Just cottage cheese, carrot,capsicum and sauces in this simple stir fry side dish with a pleasing flavour. Trythis cottage cheese recipe once and you'll be hooked!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 4
Calories: 326kcal
Author: Shil

Ingredients

  • 200 gms Paneer
  • 1 small Carrot, cut into roundels
  • 1 mediun Capsicum, cubed
  • 1 medium Onion, cubed
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
  • 1 tsp Soya sauce
  • ½ tsp Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Red Chilli Sauce
  • tbsp Oil
  • 1 tbsp Cilantro or Spring Onions, chopped

Instructions

  • Cut the cottage cheese into cubes and soak in warm water to soften them.
  • Peel and chop the carrot into round slices. Boil or pressure-cook the carrot till tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Cube the onion and capsicum and chop the cilantro or spring onion greens.
  • Heat a frying pan and pour a tablespoon of oil into it. Add the drained Indian cottage cheese and sauté till it turns a golden brown. Remove the fried paneer into a bowl and keep aside.
  • Add a little more oil to the same pan. Toss in the onions and sauté for a couple of minutes over medium heat till they soften and turn slightly brown.
  • Add the tender carrot roundels and capsicum cubes. Stir for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add chilli sauce, soya sauce, tomato ketchup and vinegar. Season with salt and sugar. Combine well.
  • Add the fried paneer cubes and toss well. Add a little water if required. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
  • Sprinkle cilantro or spring onion greens and toss well.
  • Remove and serve Stir Fry Paneer with lightly tossed Noodles or Steamed Rice.