Name: Paneer Pepper Fry
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Yield: 20 people
Cuisine: South Indian
Ingredients: 2 kg Paneer (Cut into bite-sized cubes); 4 tbsp Black Pepper Powder (Freshly ground for best flavor); 2 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste; 6 tbsp Oil (For frying); 2 tsp Cumin Seeds; 4 large Onions (Thinly sliced); 6 nos Green Chilies (Slit lengthwise); 4 sprigs Curry Leaves; 1 cup Coriander Leaves (Finely chopped for garnish)

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How to Prepare

Cut paneer into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine black pepper powder, salt, turmeric powder, and ginger-garlic paste to make a marinade.
Add paneer cubes to the marinade, mix well, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Add cumin seeds and let them splutter for a few seconds.
Add sliced onions, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.
Add the marinated paneer cubes to the pan and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until paneer is golden and crispy on the edges.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot as a starter.