Recipe: SESAME PANEER

SESAME PANEER:

Traditionally, this dish is made with tofu i.e. soya bean curd. This version uses paneer instead, coated with a sesame seed batter which imparts a nutty flavour and a very Chinese element to this crispy starter.

Cooking Time : 10 mins.
Preparation Time : 10 mins.

Serves 4.

For the sesame paneer:

2 cups paneer (cottage cheese), cut into 75 mm. (3") x 12 mm. ½") strips.
¼ cup cornflour
2 tablespoons plain flour (maida)
½ teaspoon soya sauce
½ cup sesame (til) seeds
salt to taste.
oil for deep frying.

For the sesame paneer:
1. In a bowl, combine the cornflour, plain flour, soya sauce and salt with ¼ cup of water to make a smooth batter.
2. Dip the paneer pieces in the batter and coat the sesame seeds and deep fry in hot oil, till they are golden brown.
3. Drain on absorbent paper and serve hot.

Tips:
To get the authentic Chinese flavour, substitute paneer with soya bean curd (tofu). use any hot and sour sauce to dip these paneer pieces while eating.