Lentils with Crispy Spiced Paneer
Because anything with Paneer is always delicious! -------- Ingredients for Paneer: 2 blocks of 8 oz Paneer (16oz total) 1/2 cup Yogurt (we use full fat, but just because that's what we have on hand) 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper 2 tsp salt 2 tbs vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves, minced Ingredients for the Lentil Dal: 1 cup Green Lentils (others might work, but will change cooking times) 3 cups water 1 large tomato, diced 2-3 tbs canola oil 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1 medium red onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups) 5 large garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp ground coriander 3/4 tsp ground turmeric 1/2 tsp cayenne (if desired) 1/4 cup minced cilantro leaves 1 tsp unsalted butter 1 tsp salt Make Paneer: Add yogurt, spices, salt, oil, and garlic in a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Cube paneer into 1/2 to 3/4 inch cubes and add to yogurt mixture. Stir to coat. Place into air fryer basket in a single layer, with paneer cubes mostl...
