Description
A fusion of Indian and Mexican flavors, Paneer Tikka Quesadilla brings smoky, spiced paneer wrapped in crispy golden tortillas with melty cheese and fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick snack, weeknight dinner, or a fun twist on traditional quesadillas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 grams paneer, cubed
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Set a non-stick skillet or grill pan on medium heat so it’s hot and ready when you start cooking.
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, ginger garlic paste, and salt. Add paneer cubes and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Add oil to the heated skillet. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until just soft. Add the marinated paneer and cook until golden on all sides.
- On one half of a tortilla, spread a generous portion of the cooked paneer mix. Sprinkle with grated cheese and a few cilantro leaves. Fold over to form a half-moon.
- Place the quesadilla on the hot skillet and press gently. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
- Let rest for a minute before slicing into triangles. Garnish with more cilantro if desired.
- Plate with mint chutney, sour cream, or salsa. Serve hot and crispy with a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- Use fresh paneer for the best texture and flavor.
- Don’t overfill tortillas to avoid messy flipping.
- Rest quesadillas before slicing to let fillings set.
- Combine mozzarella with cheddar for a richer cheese pull.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: paneer tikka quesadilla, fusion recipes, Indian Mexican, cheesy quesadilla, vegetarian quesadilla, paneer wrap