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    Home » Recipe Index » Appetizer

    Crispy Paneer Balls | Golden Panner Balls

    Posted on Jan 31, 2021 · Last Updated on Aug 26, 2024 by Sharmila Kingsly

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    Crispy Paneer Balls is an easy snack that could be prepared with the ingredients which we have in our kitchen pantry. It is a great appetizer

    Crispy Paneer Balls is an easy snack for the evening. It goes well with evening chai or can be served as an appetizer. Kids will just love these Balls and I am sure they will not just stop with one. coz so did I 😀

    ★ Paneer Balls are crispy and a great appetizer

    ★ You can make the balls ahead and deep fry when needed.

    ★ Serve with Ketchup or Tandoori Green Chutney

    Now I believe I have given some justifications for you all about the Paneer Balls. Now read on and see how to make these most delicious Paneer Balls.

    Jump to:
    • Crispy Paneer Balls:
    • Guiltfree Paneer Balls:
    • Ingredients for Crispy Paneer Balls:
    • Variations in Paneer Balls
    • Other Paneer Recipes:
    • How to Prepare Crispy Paneer Balls, Pictorial:
    • Tips to Prepare the best Paneer Balls
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    Crispy Paneer Balls:

    Long story short I was grating my Paneer to Prepare Paneer Paratha. It was then I realized that I was running out of stock on Wheat Flour. The plan changed and I made these delicious Paneer balls.

    It has easily available Pantry staple ingredients and spice powders. Everything blends very well with grated paneer. It is a delicious vegetarian snack for the evening along with a hot drink.

    Guiltfree Paneer Balls:

    If you are guilty of deep-frying, You can also use an air fryer or Panniyaram pan to prepare guilt-free Paneer Balls.

    Ingredients for Crispy Paneer Balls:

    Ingredients for Crispy Paneer Balls

    Grated Paneer

    Grate the Panner and then add. It will be easy to blend along with the other ingredients. You can also pulse it in a food processor. Crumbling with the hands is also okay. You can follow any one of the above methods but make are the paneer is evenly grated or crumbled.

    Bread Crumbs

    Breadcrumbs are the binding agent for the paneer balls. We can see up to ½ cup, but add little by little and see. If needed add more. Instead of bread crumbs, we can also add cornflour or any nut powder.

    Onion, Tomato , Bell pepper

    Like always the basic onion and tomato along with bell peppers are also added to the paneer balls. It gives a nice volume and texture. Chop them finely and added it will be easy to cook and it will blend easily with the paneer.

    Ginger , Garlic , Green Chilli

    You can use ginger garlic paste. I personally like crushed ginger and garlic so I added that way. Crushed ones give more flavor than the paste. Also, chop the green chilies finely and then add.

    Spice Powders

    I am using common and basic spices like chili powder, Turmeric powder, Garam Masala, Salt, and Pepper. I prefer it less spicy as I am feeding it for my kids. Adjust it to suit your taste.

    Cilantro

    Finally, add finely chopped Cilantro. You can also add it and cook along with Paneer instead of adding it separately.

    Variations in Paneer Balls

    ⭐ You can add boiled potato also along with paneer.

    ⭐ Add more veggies like carrot, peas along.

    ⭐ You can also use shrimp or chicken if you are looking for a nonveg version.

    Other Paneer Recipes:

    • Thin Crust Paneer Pizza
      Thin Crust Paneer Pizza | Thin Crust Pizza
    • Cauliflower Paneer Tikk
      Cauliflower Paneer Tikki | Gobi Paneer Cutlet | Keto Recipes
    • Tandoori Paneer Samosa
      Tandoori Paneer Samosa

    How to Prepare Crispy Paneer Balls, Pictorial:

    1) Heat 1 tbspof oil in a once once it's hot add in 1 tbsp of crushed ginger and garlic and 1 green chilli . Saute for few secs until the raw smell leaves. I used Idhayam mantra ground nut oil to prepare the crispy paneer balls.

    2) Next add in ¼ cup of chopped onions and saute till glossy. Next add in ⅓ cup of finely chopped bell peppers or Capsicum and saute for 2 mins in medium flame. Next add in 2 tomatoes and saute till mushy.

    Step 1 - Add Onions, Tomato,Bell pepper

    3) Once the tomatoes are well-cooked add in the spice powders. Saute for few secs and then add 1 or 2 tbsp of water. Combine and cook for 3 mins till the raw smell of the spice powders leave.

    4) Next add in the grated panner approximately ¾ cup. Mix well Cook for another 1 min and switch off the flame.

    Step 2 - Add the spice powders and grated paneer for the Crispy Paneer BAlls.

    5) In a mixing bowl add in the prepared paneer mixture. To this add in the bread crumbs and finely chopped coriander leaves and mix well.

    Step 3 - Mix all the ingredinets

    5) Combine well and shape them into similar sized balls. Set aside.

    6) Heat oil in a pan for deep frying. Fry until the balls turn golden brown. Remove from the stove and drain in paper towels to removed excess oil. Serve hot

    Step 4- Deep fry the Crispy Paneer Balls.

    Tips to Prepare the best Paneer Balls

    • While adding the bread crumbs add in batches. If needed add more
    • Chop the coriander leaves very fine and then add. Else it may get separated in oil while deep frying.
    • Adjust the spices to your taste.

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    Crispy Paneer Balls

    Crispy Paneer Balls is an easy snack that could be prepared with the ingredients which we have in our Kitchen pantry
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time25 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 3
    Calories: 133kcal
    Author: Sharmila Kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup Paneer grated or 150 gm
    • ¼ cup Onion
    • ⅓ cup Capsicum
    • 2 Tomato medium sized
    • ½ tsp Red Chilli powder
    • ⅛ tsp Turmeric powder
    • ¼ tsp pepper powder
    • ¼ tsp Garam masala powder
    • Salt
    • 2 tbsp Water
    • 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Crushed
    • 1 Green chillies
    • 2 tbsp Coriander leaves finely chopped
    • 1 tbsp Oil + as required for deep frying

    Instructions 

    • Heat 1 tbsp of oil in once once it’s hot add in 1 tbsp of crushed ginger and garlic and 1 green chili. Saute for few secs until the raw smell leaves.
    • Next add in ¼ cup of chopped onions and saute till glossy. Next, add in ⅓ cup of finely chopped bell peppers or Capsicum and saute for 2 mins in medium flame. Next, add in 2 tomatoes and saute till mushy.
    • Once the tomatoes are well-cooked add in the spice powders. Saute for few secs and then add 1 or 2 tbsp of water. Combine and cook for 3 mins till the raw smell of the spice powders leave.
    • Next add in the grated panner approximately ¾ cup. Mix well Cook for another 1 min and switch off the flame.
    • In a mixing bowl add in the prepared paneer mixture. To this add in the bread crumbs and finely chopped coriander leaves and mix well.
    • Combine well and shape them into similar sized balls. Set aside.
    • Heat oil in a pan for deep frying. Fry until the balls turn golden brown. Remove from the stove and drain in paper towels to removed excess oil. Serve hot

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    Notes

    • Tastes good when served with tomato ketchup ,could also be had along with a cup of chai
    • You can add a spring of curry leaves while frying in the hot oil , this gives a wonderful aroma to the paneer balls.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.7g | Protein: 4.2g | Fat: 11.9g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 24mg
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist , the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.

    Note: This post is originally from 2016. Its now updated with new Recipe card, Pictures and video now.

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