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Paneer skewers with coconut-tomato sambal and toasted roti

Full of bold, Indian-inspired flavours, this vegetarian dish is perfect for a relaxed, hands-on meal.

Jessica Brook

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Coconut-tomato sambal adds pep to these paneer skewers.James Moffatt; STYLING Steve Pearce

Golden, pan-fried paneer skewers take centre stage in this vibrant, flavour-packed meal. Served with warm toasted roti, coconut-tomato sambal and coconut yoghurt, it’s a delicious balance of crisp, creamy, and spiced – perfect for a relaxed, hands-on dinner that’s full of bold, Indian-inspired flavour.

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Ingredients

COCONUT-TOMATO SAMBAL

  • ½ cup shredded coconut

  • 2 roma tomatoes

  • zest and juice of 1 lime

  • 1 tsp finely grated ginger

  • 1 long red chilli, finely chopped

PANEER SKEWERS

  • 500g paneer

  • ½ tsp curry powder

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • ½ tsp coriander seeds, crushed

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

TO SERVE

  • 4 store-bought roti, warmed

  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves

  • ¼ cup mint leaves

  • 1 cup coconut yoghurt

Method

TO MAKE THE SAMBAL

  1. Step 1

    Place the coconut in a small bowl and pour enough boiling water over it to cover. Let it soak for 2 minutes, then drain well.

  2. Step 2

    Score an “X” on the bottom of each tomato. Place them in a small bowl, and pour boiling water over them. Let them sit for about 1 minute, or until the skin begins to split. Once they are cool enough to handle, peel away the skin, then cut the tomatoes in half and scoop out the seeds. Finely chop the remaining tomato flesh.

  3. Step 3

    Return the tomato to the bowl with the lime zest and juice, ginger and chilli. Add the drained coconut and mix to combine. Season well with salt and pepper, and set the sambal aside.

TO MAKE THE PANEER SKEWERS

  1. Step 1

    Cut the paneer into cubes and thread them onto 8 metal skewers. In a small bowl, mix the curry powder, cumin, coriander and oil. Season with salt and pepper, then brush the mixture over the skewers.

  2. Step 2

    Preheat a non-stick frying pan over high heat. Cook the skewers in batches for 3-4 minutes, turning until they are crisp and golden.

TO SERVE

  1. Serve the skewers on toasted roti with sambal, spinach leaves and mint, with the coconut yoghurt on the side.

Tips

  • Paneer is available in most supermarkets, but if you’re looking for an alternative, swap it for halloumi to add a delicious salty flavour, or use firm tofu for another vegetarian protein option.
  • To toast the roti, heat a lightly oiled frying pan over medium-high heat. Place the roti in the hot pan and cook for 15 seconds to 1 minute per side, or until it turns a light golden colour and becomes crisp. Serve immediately.

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Original URL: https://www.watoday.com.au/goodfood/recipes/paneer-skewers-with-coconut-tomato-sambal-and-toasted-roti-20250909-p5mtm6.html