Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) Paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup (240ml) Plain Yogurt, Greek or full-fat recommended
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Lemon Juice, fresh
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Ginger-Garlic Paste (equal parts grated ginger and garlic)
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Ground Coriander
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) Turmeric Powder
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) Chili Powder, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) Salt, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Vegetable Oil or melted Ghee
  • 1 cup (packed) Fresh Mint Leaves
  • 1 cup (packed) Fresh Cilantro Leaves
  • 1-2 Green Chilies, stemmed and seeded, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Ginger, roughly chopped
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) Cumin Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) Salt, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Water, or as needed for consistency
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 Red Onion, cut into 1-inch wedges

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and oil/ghee.
  2. Gently fold the paneer cubes into the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  3. Combine all chutney ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth. Add water as needed to achieve the desired consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 350-400°F or 175-200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  5. Thread the marinated paneer cubes onto the soaked skewers, alternating with bell pepper pieces and red onion wedges if using.
  6. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the paneer is lightly charred and heated through. Turn the skewers frequently to ensure even cooking.
  7. Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately with the Mint-Cilantro Chutney.