Cut paneer into cubes and soak it in warm water for some time. This will help to soften the paneer.
Strain excess water completely and transfer it to a bowl.
To paneer cubes, add rice flour, salt and pepper. Toss gently.
Heat oil, shallow fry paneer on a high flame till golden crisp or cook in minimum oil in non-stick pan. Set aside.
Making Chilli Paneer –
While paneer is soaking, dice onion and capsicum and finely chop garlic and ginger. Cut green chilli and spring onions as well.
Heat oil in a pan, add ginger, garlic, green chilli and sesame seeds. Cook for half a min.
Next, add onion and capsicum. Cook on a high flame for 2-3 mins.
Add soya sauce, ketchup, vinegar, red chilli sauce, salt and pepper.
Mix everything well.
Finally add paneer and toss it well.
Serve immediately while its hot.
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Notes
• Sesame oil is preferred as it adds a distinct flavour.• Serve with vinegar and soya sauce on the side.• You can add vegetables of your choice.• Double deep-frying gives Manchurian crisp texture.• Cook on a high flame to add a rustic nutty flavour.