Spiced Paneer and Vegetable Bake
Spiced Paneer and Vegetable Bake
Ingredients
For the Paneer Marinade
- 1 pound paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder, (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Vegetables
- 2 bell peppers, any color, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, large, cut into 1-inch wedges
- 1 zucchini, medium, cut into 1/2-inch thick half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, salt, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Mix well to form a smooth marinade.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Add the cubed paneer to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate at room temperature for at least 20 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
⏱️ 20 min
- 3
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
In another large bowl, combine the bell peppers, red onion wedges, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Spread the marinated paneer and seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure there's enough space between items for even roasting.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly charred, and the paneer is golden brown. Halfway through baking (around 15 minutes), gently flip the paneer and vegetables for even cooking.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro.
⏱️ 1 min
- 8
Serve hot as a complete meal or alongside your favorite Indian bread or rice.
⏱️ 1 min
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Spiced Paneer and Vegetable Bake
Ingredients
For the Paneer Marinade
- 1 pound paneer, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder, (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Vegetables
- 2 bell peppers, any color, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, large, cut into 1-inch wedges
- 1 zucchini, medium, cut into 1/2-inch thick half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, salt, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Mix well to form a smooth marinade.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Add the cubed paneer to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate at room temperature for at least 20 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
⏱️ 20 min - 3
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
In another large bowl, combine the bell peppers, red onion wedges, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Spread the marinated paneer and seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure there's enough space between items for even roasting.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly charred, and the paneer is golden brown. Halfway through baking (around 15 minutes), gently flip the paneer and vegetables for even cooking.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Serve hot as a complete meal or alongside your favorite Indian bread or rice.
⏱️ 1 min