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Tandoori Paneer Skewers with Mint Chutney

Name: Tandoori Paneer Skewers with Mint Chutney
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 200g Paneer, cut into one-inch cubes; 1 cup Thick yogurt; 1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste; 1 tsp Red chili powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Garam masala; 1 tbsp Lemon juice; Salt to taste; 2 tbsp Oil; 1 Red bell pepper, cut into one-inch pieces; 1 Green bell pepper, cut into one-inch pieces; 1 Red onion, cut into one-inch pieces; Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes; 1 cup Fresh mint leaves; 1/2 cup Fresh coriander leaves; 1 Green chili, chopped; 1 tbsp Lemon juice; Salt to taste

Juicy and flavorful paneer chunks marinated in aromatic spices, served with a refreshing mint chutney.

4.5(353 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 12, 2025

Tandoori Paneer Skewers with Mint Chutney — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Marinade

For the Skewers

For the Mint Chutney

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 298 kcal
Protein: 13.75 g
Carbs: 16.5 g
Fat: 20 g
Fiber: 4.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1191 kcal
Protein: 55 g
Carbs: 66 g
Fat: 80 g
Fiber: 17 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
200g Paneer cut into one-inch cubes	600	40	10	44	0
1 cup Thick yogurt	140	8	11	7	0
1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste	25	0	6	0	1
1 tsp Red chili powder	6	0	1	0	1
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder	4	0	1	0	0
1 tsp Garam masala	6	0	1	0	0
1 tbsp Lemon juice	4	0	1	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
2 tbsp Oil	240	0	0	28	0
1 Red bell pepper cut into one-inch pieces	37	1	9	0	3
1 Green bell pepper cut into one-inch pieces	24	1	6	0	2
1 Red onion cut into one-inch pieces	45	1	11	0	3
Wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup Fresh mint leaves	48	4	8	1	6
1/2 cup Fresh coriander leaves	2	0	0	0	0
1 Green chili chopped	6	0	1	0	1
1 tbsp Lemon juice	4	0	1	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Paneer

1
Combine spices
In a bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt.
2
Coat paneer
Mix until smooth, then add the paneer cubes, ensuring they're well-coated.
3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Skewers

1
Thread skewers
Thread the marinated paneer, bell pepper, and onion alternately onto the skewers.
2
Brush with oil
Brush lightly with oil.
3
Preheat grill
Preheat the grill or a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
Tip: Ensure the grill is well-oiled to prevent sticking. Pro Tip: Use a basting brush to keep the paneer moist while grilling.

How to Make Tandoori Paneer Skewers with Mint Chutney

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling
Grill the skewers, turning occasionally, until the paneer is charred and the vegetables are tender, about 10-12 minutes.
2
Chutney Prep
Blend all chutney ingredients to a smooth paste, adjusting salt as needed.