Chilli Paneer

Cheese making was introduced to the Indians by the Portuguese. And, paneer came into existence. Indo Chinese cuisine developed through adaptation of several Chinese cooking techniques and seasoning within the Indian style of cooking. The Chinese settlers started their own restaurants in Kolkata and slowly evolved many famous dishes like the Chilli Chicken or Chicken Manchurian, unknown to the Chinese. Being in India they had to invent their vegetarian alternative. Probably that’s the origin of Chilli Paneer.
Even though I have been cooking for around 21 years, I learned how to make Chilli Paneer properly only during this current lockdown. After tasting one that my neighbour kindly shared with my family.
Very simple wok tossed with lots of textures, bold and spicy, yet the beautiful creaminess coming from the paneer blends it all together.
My 8 year old son loves it. He calls it ‘yummy spicy’. So these days it has become a weeky favourite in my family. We enjoy it with a simple garlic and egg fried rice.
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