Sandwiches are a universally loved food, perfect for any meal of the day. Among the myriad varieties, the Paneer Sandwich stands out as a delightful fusion of Indian and Western flavors. Whether you're a fan of classic sandwiches or looking to try something new, the Paneer Sandwich is sure to captivate your taste buds. In this blog post, we'll explore how to make a delectable Paneer Sandwich.
Paneer, a type of Indian cottage cheese, is the star ingredient in this sandwich. Known for its mild flavor and creamy texture, paneer absorbs spices and marinades beautifully, making it a versatile addition to various dishes. The Paneer Sandwich combines the richness of paneer with fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, and hearty bread, creating a meal that's both satisfying and flavorful.
Paneer is not just delicious; it's also packed with health benefits:
- Rich in Protein: Paneer is an excellent source of protein, making it a great option for vegetarians.
- Calcium and Phosphorus: These minerals in paneer support bone health.
- Low in Carbs: Paneer is a low-carb food, which can be beneficial for those monitoring their carbohydrate intake.
- Good for Digestion: Paneer contains casein protein, which is slow-digesting and keeps you feeling full for longer.
Ingredients:
- Paneer / Cottage Cheese - 200 g.
- Onion - 2
- Oil - 1 tsp.
- Cumin Seeds - ½ tsp.
- Chilli Powder - ½ tsp.
- Salt - as needed or ½ tsp.
- Turmeric powder - ¼ tsp.
- Dhania / Coriander Seeds Powder - ½ tsp.
- Bread Slices - 8
- Cheese Spread or Grated Cheese - for spreading in the bread
- Butter - for making the toast
Method:
- Crumble paneer or grate the paneer and keep aside.
- Chop the onions finely.
- In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds.
- When the cumin seeds splutter, add the chopped onions, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, dhania powder and salt and saute till the raw smell goes and switch off the flame. Let this cool down.
- Now take two slices of bread and spread cheese evenly one side of the slice.
- You can now add the onion mixture and spread evenly.
- Then you can add crumbled paneer and close with another slice. If you want you can also add grated carrots.
- Heat a tawa and keep this sandwich and roast on both sides by adding butter. Keep in low flame.
- Cut into 2 triangles and serve.
- Kids will love this Paneer sandwich.
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