Lentils with Crispy Spiced Paneer

 Because anything with Paneer is always delicious! 

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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 mostly separated. 
  • Cook for 20 minutes at 425F in the air fryer or until the paneer is lightly browned and appears crispy at the edges. 
    • Depending on size of the air fryer, paneer may need to be cooked in batches. 
  • Once Paneer is cooking, start making Dal. 

Make Lentil Dal:

  • Combine 3 cups water and diced tomato in a large saucepan and bring to boil. 
  • Add 1 cup Green Lentils. 
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes or until Lentils are cooked (can vary by lentil type). 
  • While simmering, heat 2-3 tbs oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven. 
  • When oil begins to smoke, add cumin seeds and cover the pan. 
  • Once the seeds stop sputtering, add onion. 
  • Once onion has started to soften, add garlic and saute until onions are a dark brown color. 
  • Add coriander, turmeric, and cayenne (if desired). 
  • Pour the lentils (once cooked) into the onion/spice mixture. Add the cilantro, butter, salt and crispy paneer. 
  • Stir and add additional salt to taste. 


 



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