Cottage Cheese (Paneer) Parcels

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1

Yummy Cottage Cheese (Paneer) Parcels in Indian Style

by The Chefin Indian

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

Fat

10g

Cottage Cheese (Paneer) Parcels are a popular Indian snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed on their own or as part of a larger meal. The use of fresh cilantro, green chilies, and lemon juice gives this dish a refreshing, tangy flavor, while the thymol seeds add a subtle hint of spice. These parcels are typically served hot and crispy, making them a perfect party snack or easy weeknight meal. This recipe is also vegetarian and can easily be made vegan by using a plant-based cheese substitute.

Instructions

1.	Crumble the cottage cheese and add it to a bowl with the juice of two lemons, salt, and thymol seeds
2.	Finely chop the cilantro, mint leaves, and green chilies and add them to the bowl of cottage cheese. Mix well.
3.	Roll the mixture into small balls and flatten them slightly
4.	Heat some oil in a pan and fry the parcels until they turn golden brown on both sides.
5.	Remove them from the pan and let them cool for a minute or two before serving.

PROS

Cottage Cheese (Paneer) Parcels are a delicious, vegetarian alternative to meat-based dishes.
They are also a great source of protein and calcium.

This recipe is very easy to make and requires minimal cooking time, making it perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a tasty party snack.

CONS

The use of oil in frying adds extra fat and calories to this dish.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may find the use of green chilies in this dish to be too spicy for their taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cottage Cheese (Paneer) is an excellent source of protein and calcium, making it a great choice for vegetarians and those who are lactose intolerant.
The thymol seeds used in this recipe have digestive benefits and can help with bloating and gas.
Cilantro has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help to reduce cholesterol levels.

	1/2 kg panir
	2 lemons , juice of
	1 teaspoon thymol seeds ( ajwain )
	6 green chilies ( or less if you do not like spice )
	1 bunch cilantro ( coriander leaves )
	salt
	oil
	3 -5 mint leaves ( optional )