Paneer Makhani Bites

Totally a party pleaser snack, so impress your family and friends next time with these bites. It will be ready in mins when you have your Makhani Sauce prepared in advance.

Also try: Naan Bites with Makhani Dip, Mini Naan Paneer Bhurji Bites, Pesto Flatbread, Pizza Cups or Chaat Cups.

Course: Starters or Snacks.

Cuisine: Indian

Time: Preparation – 5 mins, Cooking – 25, Baking – 10 min, Total – 40 mins.

Servings: 4-5.

Ingredients:

Naan Dippers – about 25
Paneer – about 200 grams, cut into thin square slices
Onion – 1 small (roughly chopped)
Tomatoes – 2 medium (roughly chopped)
Garlic – 2 cloves (roughly chopped)
Ginger – 1/4 inch (roughly chopped)
Green Chili – 1 (roughly chopped)
Cashew – 2
Coriander Powder – 1/2 tsp
Kashmiri Red Chili Powder – 1/2 tsp
Garam Masala Powder – 1/4 tsp
Dried Fenugreek Leaves (Kasuri Methi) – 1 tsp
Cream – 1 tbsp
Oil – 1/2 tsp
Butter – 1 tbsp
Water – 1/4 cup
Salt to taste
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese as needed
Chili Flakes and Oregano to sprinkle on the top.

How to make Paneer Makhani Bites:

Heat oil in a pan. Add onion, ginger, garlic and green chili. Saute until translucent
Add tomatoes and cashew, cook until soft. Turn off the flame and let it cool down
Add it to a blender and blend to make a smooth paste. Strain it through a sieve by pressing it nicely to get the maximum paste out of it, keep aside
Heat butter in a pan. Add the paste, water, coriander powder, kashmiri red chili powder and salt. Mix and cook covered on medium flame for about 5-7 mins, stirring occasionally
Add crushed dried fenugreek leaves, garam masala powder and salt. Mix and cook for a min
Add cream and mix, cook for a min and Makhani Sauce is ready, keep aside
Preheat the oven to 400 F or 200 C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
Place the naan dippers on the baking sheet, spread makhani sauce on them, place the paneer slice and top it with cheese as needed
Bake for 10 mins. Your Paneer Makhani Bites are ready! Sprinkle some chili flakes and oregano, and Enjoy!!!