Crispy Chilli Paneer Burger

Ingredients

For the Crispy Paneer

1 pound paneer, cut into 4 equal slices
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup water
4 cups vegetable oil, for deep frying

For the Chilli Sauce

1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons chilli sauce, (e.g., Sriracha or hot sauce)
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Mint Chutney Coleslaw

4 cups prepared coleslaw mix
1/2 cup mint chutney

For Assembly

4 burger buns
4 cheddar cheese slices
2 tablespoons chilli sauce, extra, for drizzling

Instructions

1
Prepare the mint chutney coleslaw: In a medium bowl, combine the prepared coleslaw mix and mint chutney. Mix until fully combined. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min
2
Prepare the chilli sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, soy sauce, chilli sauce, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min
3
Prepare the paneer batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the cornstarch and water until a smooth, thick batter forms.
⏱️ 2 min
4
Heat the oil for frying: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
5
Coat and fry the paneer: Dip each paneer slice into the cornstarch batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place the coated paneer slices into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the paneer with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
⏱️ 8 min•🌡️ 350
6
Toss the paneer in sauce: In a large bowl, add the fried crispy paneer and pour the prepared chilli sauce over it. Gently toss until all the paneer slices are evenly coated.
⏱️ 3 min
7
Assemble the burgers: Lightly toast the burger buns. Spread a generous layer of the mint chutney coleslaw on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a sauced crispy paneer slice on top of the coleslaw.
⏱️ 5 min
8
Finish and serve: Top the paneer with a slice of cheddar cheese. Drizzle an additional tablespoon of chilli sauce over the cheese. Place the top half of the bun on top and serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min