Paneer Sandwich

Paneer Sandwich is a easy Indian recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Indian Weight Loss Diet by Richa on YouTube.

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 8 min | Total: 33 min

Cost: $5.50 total, $1.38 per serving

Ingredients

  • 200 grams Paneer (cut into 4 equal pieces, then sliced thin for sandwich)
  • 4 slices Processed Cheese (one slice per sandwich, placed on paneer)
  • 1 small Green Capsicum (seeds removed, thinly sliced)
  • 1 medium Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 small Tomato (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp Butter (for pan‑frying, can use ghee for richer flavor)
  • 1 tsp Chaat Masala (sprinkled on top before cooking)

Instructions

  1. Slice the Paneer

    Place the 200 g paneer on the cutting board. Cut it in half, then each half into two equal pieces so you have four pieces. Slice each piece thinly for the sandwich.

    Time: PT3M

  2. Prepare the Veggies

    Thinly slice the green capsicum, onion, and tomato. Remove seeds from the capsicum and discard the core.

    Time: PT4M

  3. Assemble the Sandwiches

    On each paneer piece place one slice of processed cheese. Top with a few strips of capsicum, onion, and tomato. Sprinkle a pinch of chaat masala over the veggies.

    Time: PT3M

  4. Heat the Pan

    Put the non‑stick pan on medium heat and add 2 tbsp butter. Let the butter melt completely but do not let it brown.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: Medium heat (~150°C)

  5. Fry First Side

    Place the assembled sandwich in the pan, buttered side down. Fry for 2‑3 minutes until golden brown. Cover the pan with a lid to trap steam and melt the cheese.

    Time: PT3M

    Temperature: Medium heat (~150°C)

  6. Flip and Fry Other Side

    Flip the sandwich carefully, fry the other side for another 2‑3 minutes, and cover again for a minute to ensure the cheese is fully melted.

    Time: PT3M

    Temperature: Medium heat (~150°C)

  7. Serve

    Remove the sandwich from the pan, place on a plate, and sprinkle a little extra chaat masala if desired. Serve hot with green chutney, tamarind chutney, or any dip of your choice.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
250
Protein
12 g
Carbohydrates
5 g
Fat
15 g
Fiber
1 g

Dietary info: Vegetarian, High protein, Low carb

Allergens: Dairy

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Paneer Sandwich

Recipe by Indian Weight Loss Diet by Richa

A quick and tasty Indian-style paneer sandwich made with packet paneer, cheese, and fresh veggies. Perfect for a light snack or a protein‑rich bite when you’re craving something savory. The sandwich is pan‑fried in butter until the cheese melts, then served hot with chaat masala and your favorite chutney.

EasyIndianServes 4

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Source Video
13m
Prep
6m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
29m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$5.50
Total cost
$1.38
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Slice paneer into even pieces to avoid breakage.
  • Cover the pan while frying so the cheese melts completely.

Safety Warnings

  • Pan will be hot – use oven mitts or a cloth when handling the lid.
  • Butter can splatter; keep a safe distance from the flame.

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