Ditch the Fake Paneer: Make This Crispy Tamarind Paneer Hot Dog at Home!

Skip the Fast Food and Make This Crispy Tamarind Paneer Hot Dog at Home for a Flavor-Packed, Wholesome Delight!

It is not a solitary case if someone doubts the quality of paneer from fast food. There are a lot of headlines that say that many of these fast-food joints reduce price by including additives and starches rather than giving customers pure and fresh paneer. Instead of filling our stomachs from dubious sources, we can make paneer at home- one that’s yummy, healthy, and satiety-inducing.
Currently, we are taking a twist from the classic with our Crispy Tamarind Paneer Hot Dog. This recipe contains golden crispy paneer, tangy tamarind chutney, cool cucumber relish, and a spicy onion mix. It requires much effort, but its taste is really irresistible and makes it homemade bliss for family dinners or weekend get-togethers.

Ingredients You’re Going to Need:

• For the Paneer:
o 1 pack paneer, patted dry and sliced into 8 fingers
o 2 tbsp tamarind chutney
o ½ tsp cumin seeds
o ¼ tsp coarsely ground black pepper
o 1 tsp finely grated ginger
o ½ tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil

For the Spiced Onion Topping:

o 1 small red onion, finely sliced
o 1 large garlic clove, minced
o 1 green chilli, deseeded and finely diced
o 1 lime, zested and juiced
o Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cucumber Relish:

o 1 cucumber, peeled and coarsely grated (juice reserved)
o 75g yoghurt
o 1 handful fresh coriander, finely chopped
o Salt and pepper to taste

Other:

o 4 brioche hot dog buns
o 2 tbsp tamarind chutney (for assembling the hot dogs)

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Step by Step Recipe:

1. Marinate the Paneer for Maximum Flavor

In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp tamarind chutney, cumin seeds, black pepper, and grated ginger. Coat the paneer fingers generously in this mix and set aside for at least 10 minutes so they can absorb the flavors.

2. Prepare the Spicy Onion Topping

In a separate bowl, mix together the finely sliced red onion with half of the garlic and chilli. Add lime zest and juice, season well with salt and pepper, and mix well. It can sit for a couple of minutes to really bring those flavors together.

3. Make the Cool Cucumber Relish

Mix in the grated cucumber (plus its juices) with the other half of the garlic, chilli, yoghurt, and chopped coriander. Give it a stir, season to taste, and then refrigerate until needed. The relish rounds out the dish with its refreshing coolness against all that heat.

4. Cook the Paneer to Crispy Perfection

Set your grill to high. Heat vegetable oil in a very large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the marinated paneer fingers for about 4 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve a nice golden color and slight crispiness on all sides.

5. Toast the Buns

While frying the paneer, toast the brioche hot dog buns for a while under the grill to yield that nice warm, crispy texture.

6. Assemble Your Delicious Paneer Hot Dogs

• Pour the remaining tamarind chutney onto the toasted buns.
• Put a few crispy paneer fingers inside each bun.
• Top with the cool cucumber relish.
• Finish with the zesty onion mixture for a final burst of flavor.

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What You Will Like About the Recipe

• Homemade Goodness: You define the quality as well as the ingredients preventing the meal from being fresh and delicious, a guaranteed win.
• Perfect Balance of Flavors: There is a real harmony of flavors in every bite, thanks to the tamarind chutney, the spicy onion mixture, and the cooling cucumber relish.
• Perfect for Every Occasion: It will impress your family and friends, from a cozy dinner to a weekend indulgence-an elite hot dog.
Why not avoid that fast food which has become questionable and eat up a hot crispy, luscious paneer hot dog that has been prepared with love? Do try it today and feel the difference of freshness in the goodness of home preparation!

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