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Desi Street Style Paneer Burger

Lakshman Rao Sarnala
Desi Street Style Paneer Burger is a fusion of Indian spices and Western fast food, featuring crispy paneer, tangy chutneys, and fresh veggies in a soft bun. Perfect for a delicious and quick meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Snack
Cuisine Indian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 200 gram paneer (cottage cheese), cut into thick slices
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup yogurt
  • 4 burger buns
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp mint-coriander chutney
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise or hung curd
  • ½ cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 1 small tomato, sliced
  • ½ tsp black salt
  • Oil for shallow frying

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Paneer:
    In a bowl, mix red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, chaat masala, and lemon juice. Coat the paneer slices with this mixture and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Make the Batter:
    In another bowl, mix cornflour, all-purpose flour, and yogurt with a little water to form a smooth batter.
  • Coat the Paneer:
    Dip the marinated paneer into the batter, then coat it with breadcrumbs for a crispy texture.
  • Fry the Paneer:
    Heat oil in a pan and shallow-fry the coated paneer slices until golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Prepare the Buns:
    Toast the burger buns with butter on a tawa (griddle) until slightly crispy.
  • Assemble the Burger:
    Spread mint chutney and mayonnaise (or hung curd) on the bun. Place shredded cabbage or lettuce, followed by the fried paneer, sliced onions, tomatoes, and a sprinkle of black salt.
  • Serve:
    Cover with the top bun, press gently, and serve hot with fries or potato wedges.

Notes

  • You can grill the paneer instead of frying for a healthier option.
  • Adjust spices based on your preference for heat and flavor.
Keyword Desi Burger, Paneer Burger