Low Sugar Chilli Paneer

Total time40 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time20 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the paneer

14 oz paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
Karoun Dairies Paneer, 14 oz
Bharatma Paneer Indian Semisoft Cheese, 14 oz
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3 tbsp cornstarch
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the sauce

3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp tomato ketchup
1 tsp chilli sauce or sriracha
1 tsp sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tsp cornstarch
3 tbsp water

For the stir-fry

3 tbsp neutral oil, divided
1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
2 green chillies, thinly sliced
3 green onions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated
1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions

1
In a mixing bowl, toss the paneer cubes with 3 tbsp cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until each piece is evenly coated.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, chilli sauce, sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.

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