15+ Paneer Recipes

A collection of some of the Best Indian Paneer Recipes, including appetizers, wraps, curries, and stir-fry. This post also includes a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to make paneer at home, from scratch!

Whether you're looking to impress your guests, or cooking a quick and healthy meal at home, you will find a paneer recipe for every mood in here!

Wondering what can be made with paneer? You will love this collection of a variety of Indian dishes made using paneer.

But before we get into paneer recipes, let's learn a little about this popular firm Indian cottage cheese, and see what it tastes like.

What is Paneer?

Paneer is a fresh, non-melting, and non-aged cheese. It is made by curdling milk with acidic food, such as lemon juice, vinegar, yogurt, or buttermilk. Paneer, pronounced puh-neer, is referred to as Indian cottage cheese in English.

This soft and slightly chewy cheese has a very mild flavor and is spongy in texture. That makes it ideal for adding to curries, stir-fries, and stews since it soaks up the flavors within minutes!

Health Benefits of Paneer: Paneer is a great source of vegetarian protein, and is also rich in fat, iron, calcium, and magnesium.

Due to its rich taste and texture, paneer is a staple in many north-Indian homes and a must-have during celebrations. Let's check out some of the best Indian paneer Recipes.

How to Make Paneer at Home

Wondering how to make this cheese at home? Here's a complete guide, including step-by-step photos, using the Instant Pot or the stovetop:

How to Make Paneer -Instant Pot & Stove

How to make paneer (Indian cottage cheese) in the Instant Pot or on the stove with just 2 ingredients that's perfect in a variety of recipes.

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How to Make Paneer Soft

Here are tips and tricks on how to make paneer soft before cooking. These fail-proof ways ensure a soft and spongy texture every time.

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Indian Paneer Recipes

Paneer Tikka- Air fryer| Oven| Grill

This Paneer Tikka recipe is smokey and spicy with a zingy finish prepared in the Air Fryer, Oven or Grill served as an appetizer or meal.

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Chilli Paneer (Dry & Gravy)

This easy, 30-minute Chilli Paneer recipe features crispy paneer cubes stir-fried with crunchy onions and peppers in an umami-packed sauce.

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Paneer Butter Masala | Paneer Makhani

Easy recipe for Paneer butter masala, or Paneer Makhani, a rich & creamy curry made with paneer (Indian cottage cheese), spices, tomatoes and a touch of heavy cream.

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Paneer Kathi Roll (Paneer Frankie)

This Paneer Kathi Roll, or Paneer Frankie, is flavorful, aromatic, & totally delicious. Made with marinated paneer (cheese) & veggies wrapped in a crisp paratha in 30 minutes.

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Achari Paneer Biryani

This Achari Paneer Biryani features nutty basmati rice cooked with paneer and seasoned with tangy Indian pickling spices ready in 30 minutes in the Instant Pot.

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Homemade Matar Paneer (Mutter Paneer) - Instant Pot & Stove

This Matar Paneer features spongy paneer cubes and tender green peas simmered in a richly spiced tomato-onion sauce ready in 30 minutes.

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Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza

This Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza is a fusion of Indian flatbread, pizza toppings and yogurt-marinated paneer cheese that's baked until golden and crispy.

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Saag Paneer | Palak Paneer in Instant Pot

30-minute Instant Pot recipe for Palak Paneer, or Saag Paneer, a popular Indian curry made with soft paneer cubes simmered in a flavorful spinach gravy.

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Paneer Tikka Masala in Instant Pot

In this easy Instant Pot Paneer Tikka Masala recipe, soft paneer cubes are simmered in an aromatic and mildly seasoned creamy tomato sauce and finished with a touch of heavy cream.

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Kadai paneer

Kadai paneer is a delicious & elegant dish made with Paneer, peppers & onions. Seasoned with fragrant Indian spices, this is a real crowd pleaser.

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Curry Puff Recipe

Golden crisp and flaky, Curry Puff is a savory puff pastry with an Indian-spiced filling, finished with a sprinkle of flavorful spices and herbs. It's great as an appetizer or tea-time snack.

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Recipes with Paneer as One of the Ingredients

Adding paneer to vegetable curries or dishes is an easy and tasty way to add protein to your meal. Here are some dishes that taste great with paneer:

Easy Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani Recipe

An easy Instant Pot recipe for Vegetable Biryani, a classic Indian dish made with assorted vegetables & basmati rice, flavored with herbs, spices & saffron.

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Pav Bhaji

Authentic Mumbai Pav Bhaji recipe! Flavorful mashed vegetable curry, called Bhaji, served with buttery dinner rolls called Pav, ready in 30 minutes in your Instant Pot or stove.

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Quinoa Biryani

Quinoa biryani is a healthy one-pot meal, in which quinoa and vegetables are cooked with fresh herbs and fragrant Indian spices in under 30 minutes.

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