Crispy Paneer & Turmeric Rice Bowl
Golden paneer cubes tossed with warm spices, served over fluffy turmeric rice with a crisp cucumber salad on the side. A vibrant, TikTok-ready Kashmiri-inspired bowl that comes together in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil rice in 2 cups salted water for 12 minutes until tender, then drain.
Step 2
While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Pan-fry paneer cubes 90 seconds per side until golden edges form, then transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Toast cumin seeds in the same skillet for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add turmeric and chili powder.
Step 5
Toss cooked rice into the skillet with warm spices, stirring gently to coat evenly.
Step 6
Toss cucumber slices with lemon juice and a pinch of salt, then divide rice between bowls with paneer and salad on top.
Tools you’ll need
- 2-quart pot
- 12-inch skillet
- spoon
- cutting board
- knife
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