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Title: “Chilli Paneer: A Spicy Indo-Chinese Delight”

Introduction: If you love a perfect blend of spice, crunch, and savory flavors, then Chilli Paneer is your go-to dish! This popular Indo-Chinese delicacy has captured the hearts of food lovers across the globe. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, Chilli Paneer never fails to impress. Today, we dive into the world of this lip-smacking dish, explore its variations, and learn how to make the perfect Chilli Paneer at home.

The Origin of Chilli Paneer: Chilli Paneer is a fusion creation inspired by Chinese cooking techniques combined with Indian flavors. As Indo-Chinese cuisine gained popularity in India, dishes like Chilli Paneer emerged to cater to the local palate. It is a vegetarian variation of the famous Chilli Chicken, substituting chicken with soft, melt-in-your-mouth paneer (Indian cottage cheese).

Types of Chilli Paneer:

1. Dry Chilli Paneer: Served as a crispy, stir-fried appetizer with minimal sauce. Perfect for snacking or as a party starter.
2. Gravy Chilli Paneer: Paneer cubes are coated in a rich, spicy sauce, making it ideal to pair with fried rice or noodles.
3. Semi-Dry Chilli Paneer: A balanced version that has a slightly thick sauce coating the paneer pieces, offering the best of both worlds.

Ingredients You Need: For Paneer:

• 250g Paneer (cubed)
• 2 tbsp Cornflour
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour (maida)
• 1 tsp Ginger-garlic paste
• ½ tsp Black pepper powder
• Salt (to taste)
• Oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

• 1 tbsp Oil
• 1 tbsp Ginger (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp Garlic (finely chopped)
• 1 Green chili (sliced)
• 1 Onion (cubed)
• 1 Capsicum (cubed)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Red chili sauce
• 1 tbsp Tomato ketchup
• 1 tsp Vinegar
• 1 tsp Sugar (optional)
• Salt (to taste)
• ½ tsp Black pepper powder

Step-by-Step Recipe:

1. Prepare the Paneer:
   • In a bowl, mix cornflour, all-purpose flour, ginger-garlic paste, black pepper, and salt.
   • Add a little water to make a smooth batter.
   • Coat the paneer cubes in the batter and deep-fry them until golden brown