Elevate Your Meals With This Irresistible Paneer Wrap Recipe

Paneer cubes are marinated, sautéed with veggies, and wrapped in warm tortillas with fresh vegetables and mint chutney. The wrap offers a delicious balance of flavors and textures. It’s easy to make and can be personalized with cheese or sauces.

Paneer wrap is a delicious and healthy meal made by marinating paneer in a spiced yogurt mixture, sautéing it with onions and bell peppers, and wrapping it in whole wheat tortillas. The marinade includes ingredients like turmeric, garam masala, cumin, and lemon juice for a flavorful base. The wrap is assembled with fresh veggies like cucumber and tomato, and an optional spread of mint chutney or mayonnaise. For extra texture, grated cheese and lettuce can be added. The tortillas are lightly warmed, and everything is rolled into a wrap. The result is a satisfying dish that can be customized with different sauces or spices.

Ingredients:

• 200g paneer (cubed)
• 4 whole wheat tortillas/chapatis
• 1 onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 tomato (chopped)
• 1 cucumber (sliced)
• 1/2 cup yogurt (for marinade)
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 tablespoon oil
• Salt to taste
• Mint chutney or mayonnaise
• Fresh lettuce leaves (optional)
• Grated cheese (optional)

Steps to Make Paneer Wrap at Home:

Step 1: Marinate the Paneer

• In a bowl, add yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well to create a marinade.
• Add the paneer cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
• Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to let the flavors soak into the paneer.

Step 2: Cook the Marinated Paneer

• Heat a tablespoon of oil in a non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat.
• Once the oil is hot, add the marinated paneer cubes along with sliced onions and bell peppers.
• Sauté everything for 5-7 minutes until the paneer is slightly golden and the veggies are soft. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Prepare the Wraps

• Warm the whole wheat tortillas or chapatis on a tawa or pan for about 30 seconds on each side until soft.
• You can brush some butter or oil on them for extra flavor (optional).

Step 4: Assemble the Wrap

• Place a tortilla/chapati on a flat surface.
• Spread a layer of mint chutney or mayonnaise in the center.
• Add a few slices of fresh cucumber and tomato.
• Place the sautéed paneer mixture on top of the veggies.
• If you like, add grated cheese or lettuce leaves for added flavor and texture.

Step 5: Roll and Serve

• Fold both sides of the tortilla slightly inward, then roll it tightly from one end to the other to form the wrap.
• Secure with toothpicks if needed, and slice the wrap in half.
• Serve your homemade paneer wrap with extra mint chutney or ketchup on the side. Enjoy this delicious, healthy, and flavorful meal.

Optional Variations:

• Spice it up: Add more chili powder or sprinkle some chat masala for extra zing.
• Sauces: You can experiment with different sauces like hummus, tahini, or even BBQ sauce.
• Healthy boost: Add spinach or kale to increase the nutritional value of the wrap.