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Paneer Fritters
Serves 4
20 mins
121 Kcal
Let's crunch into paneer fritters—the ultimate snack that's crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and totally irresistible. These golden-brown bites of joy are made with juicy paneer cubes coated in a spiced batter and fried to perfection. Whether it's tea time, party time, or snack o'clock, paneer fritters are always the right answer. A classic paneer fritters recipe starts with fresh paneer cut into bite-sized cubes. The magic is in the batter—a mix of gram flour (besan), a hint of turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, and carom seeds (ajwain) for that extra flavor punch. Drench the paneer cubes in the batter, so that they are completely covered. Then fry them in hot oil until they are crispy and golden. For a cheesy twist, stuff a tiny cube of mozzarella inside the paneer before frying. Game-changer, right? Serve these crispy treats hot with mint chutney, tangy tamarind sauce, or even spicy mayo for a modern kick. Want to take it up a notch? Sprinkle them with chaat masala for that zesty finish. Perfectly spiced, incredibly crunchy, and endlessly addictive, paneer fritters are the kind of snack that disappears faster than you can fry them. Ready to level up your snack game? Let's get frying!
Ingredients required for Paneer Fritters
- 2 cup paneer
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 5 green chillies
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup onion
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 tsp salt
Cooking steps for Paneer Fritters
- 1Ready to snack like a pro? Let's make these cheesy, golden, and totally addictive paneer fritters that are the ultimate crowd-pleasers.
- 2Crispy outside, melty inside here we go!
- 3Start by shredding 2 cups of paneer and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese into a mixing bowl. They're the dynamic duo of this recipe paneer brings the softness, Parmesan brings the tang!
- 4Add in 5 finely minced green chilies (spicy vibes!), 2 minced garlic cloves (flavor bomb alert!), and 1/2 cup of chopped spring onion greens for that fresh, zesty punch. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning for a herby kick and ¾ teaspoon salt to round out the flavors.
- 5Crack in 2 eggs and mix everything together into a soft, cheesy dough that's just begging to be turned into fritters.
- 6Shape the dough into small oblong patties about 2 inches in size. Press them firmly in your palms so they hold up while frying it's all about that perfect shape.
- 7Heat 1/2 cup of vegetable oil in a pan until it's nice and hot.
- 8Gently place the patties in the oil and shallow fry them for about 2 minutes on each side. Flip them carefully using a spoon because these babies are delicate! Keep frying until they're golden and crispy all over.
- 9Once they're done, let the fritters rest on paper towels to soak up any excess oil. Serve them hot with your favorite dip whether it's classic ketchup or a fiery hot sauce, they're guaranteed to disappear in minutes. This paneer fritters recipe is crunchy, cheesy, and totally snack-tastic. Perfect for game nights, tea-time, or any time you're feeling a little indulgent. Dig in!