This tasty and healthy kid-friendly chili paneer is the perfect dish for your little one. Made with delicious paneer and a mix of spices, this protein-packed dish is perfect to serve as an appetiser or snack for toddlers. With its mild flavor and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to be a hit with your toddlers! For more delicious and simple toddler friendly recipes, be sure to check out Toddler Recipes Australia!
General Information
Servings: 4-6 Keywords: Chili, Paneer, Indian, Family Meal Calories: 400 Protein: 10g Carbs: 20g Fats: 25g Preparation Time: 20 Minutes Cooking Time: 1 Hour
Ingredients
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 500g paneer (diced)
- 1 red pepper (diced)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons of garam masala
- 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons of tomato puree
- 400ml of water
- 2 teaspoons of cornflour (dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water)
- 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped coriander (cilantro)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat
- Add in the diced onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes
- Add in the diced paneer, red pepper, and garlic and cook for another 5 minutes
- Add in the chili powder, cumin, garam masala, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon and cook for one minute, stirring constantly
- Add in the tomato puree and water and bring the mixture to boil
- Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes
- Add in the cornflour and water mixture and stir until thickened
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper
- Stir in the freshly chopped coriander
Recommended Sides
- Rice
- Naan
- Greek yogurt
- Cucumber and tomato salad
Yum-tastic!
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