This delectable Chilli Paneer dish is a great way to provide your toddler a delicious and healthy meal that is sure to bring a smile to their face. Paneer, a traditional Indian cheese, is combined with fresh chilli peppers, onions, ginger, garlic, tomato sauce, and spices to create a mild, yet flavourful dish for your little one to enjoy. This recipe is a great choice for Toddler Recipes Australia that is sure to be a hit with your toddler.
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Chilli Paneer, Indian, Main
- Calories: 402
- Protein: 23.9
- Carbs: 21.3
- Fats: 24.2
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 400g firm paneer, cut into cubes
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 2 small green bell peppers, diced
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red chilli flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the cumin seeds, and when they start to sizzle, add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a pinch of salt to help the onions caramelize a bit.
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Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
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Add the ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chilli powder and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
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Add the green bell peppers and sauté for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the tomatoes and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the paneer cubes and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the freshly ground pepper, red chilli flakes and cilantro and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Serve hot with good company!
Recommended Sides
- Rice
- Naan
- Raita
- Mango chutney
No meal is complete without a bit of laughter, so while your chilli paneer is cooking, why not tell your little ones some classic food jokes like:
Q: What did the french fry say when he met the other french fry?
A: “ Wow, you’re so cut-e!”
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