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Paneer Pockets
Serves 3
30 mins
240 Kcal
Paneer pockets are a delicious and popular snack that combines the richness of Indian cottage cheese and paneer with a crispy, flaky exterior. These pockets are great for a party, a quick bite, or a meal for lunch. The recipe is straightforward, easy to follow, and customisable according to various tastes. To make paneer pockets, prepare a filling of crumbled paneer saut ed with onions, garlic, and a mix of spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. That can be enhanced with chopped vegetables like bell peppers or peas. The filling should be rolled into tiny circles of dough, with the filling in the centre, folded over to create a pocket, sealed at the edges, and then cooked on a tawa or deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. This paneer pockets recipe is quickly improvised with your favourite herbs or sauces. Add the green chillies or red chilli powder to the stuffing for some extra heat. These can be served hot with a savouring of mint chutney or tomato ketchup with an exciting aftertaste. Paneer pockets are a satisfying and delicious choice with this savoury snack or filling appetiser. With a crispy exterior and a delightful paneer filling, this dish is bound to be a crowd favourite at any gathering or quick meal for your family. Try this paneer pockets recipe today for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients required for Paneer Pockets
- 1 cup paneer
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 onion
- 1 green pepper
- 1 green chillies
- 1 tsp oil
- Salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp red chilli flakes
- 1 tbsp maida
- 4 tbsp cornflour
- 10 bread
- 1 cup bread crumbs
Cooking steps for Paneer Pockets
- 1This recipe of Paneer Pockets is the definition of comfort food that meets fancy snacks—creamy, cheesy, and crispy, with just the right amount of spice. They're the kind of treat that makes you feel like a pro chef with zero effort.
- 2Let's prep the filling: mix 1 cup grated paneer with 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and then throw in finely chopped onion, green pepper, and green chili for that flavor kick.
- 3Add a pinch of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and red chilli flakes to give it some heat and that herbaceous zing.
- 4Now, stir in 1 tablespoon of plain flour (maida) and 4 tablespoons cornflour to make sure everything stays put when frying.
- 5The filling should be gooey and perfectly balanced—cheesy with a touch of spice.
- 6Next, take 10 slices of bread, trim the edges, and roll them flat.
- 7Spoon the cheesy goodness into the center of each slice and fold them over to create little pockets.
- 8For the outer crispy coating, dip each filled bread pocket into a cornflour slurry, then roll them in breadcrumbs.
- 9Heat oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides—talk about indulgence.
- 10Once fried, let them drain on paper towels, then serve hot with ketchup or a tangy chutney.
- 11These Paneer Pockets are perfect for parties, snacks, or when you just need something cheesy and crispy to snack on while binge-watching your favorite show.
- 12They're crispy on the outside, melty on the inside, and seriously satisfying.