Here’s a simple, crispy cottage cheese (paneer) sticks recipe—perfect as a snack or appetizer with a crunchy outside and soft inside.
🧀 Ingredients
- 250–300g Paneer (cut into sticks)
- 3–4 tbsp all-purpose flour (maida)
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Water (to make batter)
For coating:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (for extra crunch, use panko if available)
For frying:
- Oil
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the batter
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornflour, spices, and salt
- Add water gradually to make a smooth, medium-thick batter
2. Coat the paneer
- Dip each paneer stick into the batter
- Roll it in breadcrumbs until fully coated
- For extra crispiness: dip again in batter and coat twice
3. Fry until golden
- Heat oil on medium flame
- Fry sticks until golden brown and crispy
- Remove and place on paper towels
🔥 Healthier Option (Air Fryer / Oven)
- Brush or spray with oil
- Air fry at 180°C for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway
🍽️ Serve with
- Mint chutney
- Ketchup
- Garlic mayo
✨ Tips for extra crispiness
- Use cold paneer (firmer texture)
- Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying
- Double-coating = extra crunch
If you want, I can give you a restaurant-style spicy version or a cheesy stuffed variation that tastes like fast food snacks 😄
