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Paneer Chilli Cheese Toast

Quick and easy Paneer Chilli Cheese Toast made on a tawa, packed with melting cheese, crumbled paneer, and spices, perfect for a fast snack or party appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the topping

  • 200 grams Paneer, crumbled Fresh paneer is best.
  • 100 grams Cheese (mozzarella and cheddar mix) A mix of mozzarella for stretch and cheddar for flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium Capsicum, finely chopped
  • 2 numbers Green chillies, finely chopped Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Red chilli flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon Chaat masala For garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Coriander leaves, chopped For mixing and garnish.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice For moisture and flavor.

For toasting

  • 4 slices Bread (white or multigrain) Day-old bread crisps better.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or ghee For toasting.

Instructions
 

Mix the topping

  • In a bowl, combine crumbled paneer, cheese, onion, capsicum, and green chillies.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper, chilli flakes, and cumin powder.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon and chopped coriander, mixing until moist but not watery.
  • Adjust moisture with milk if too dry or cheese if too wet.

Toast on the tawa

  • Heat a tawa on low-medium heat and brush it with butter or ghee.
  • Place the bread slices and lightly toast one side for 30 to 40 seconds.
  • Flip the slices, spreading a generous layer of the paneer-cheese mixture on the toasted side.
  • Cover the tawa with a lid and let cook for 3 to 5 minutes until cheese melts and bottom crisps.

Finish and serve

  • Once the cheese is melty and the underside is golden, remove from heat.
  • Dust the top with chaat masala and cut into triangles or squares.
  • Serve hot with green chutney or ketchup.

Notes

You can pre-mix the topping and store it in the fridge for convenience. Adjust spiciness to taste and consider pairing with a chilled drink for a refreshing snack experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
Keyword Cheesy Snacks, Chilli Cheese Toast, Paneer Toast, Quick Snack, Tawa Recipe
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