Paneer Tikka
Paneer Tikka is a popular North Indian dish featuring marinated cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) grilled or baked until charred and smoky. It is often served as a starter or snack, celebrated for its rich, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors that reflect the region's love for robust, aromatic spices.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams
- 1/2 cup
- 1 tsp
- 1/4 tsp
- 1 tsp
- 1 tbsp
- 1 tbsp
- 1 tbsp
- to taste
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North Indian
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Paneer Tikka originated in the northern regions of India, particularly Punjab, where grilling marinated foods in a tandoor oven is a traditional cooking practice. It reflects the adaptation of local dairy products like paneer into the grilling techniques introduced during Mughal and Punjabi culinary development.
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