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Charred Paneer with yuzu and sesame

A izakaya-style take on Paneer Roast, built on yuzu and sesame and finished the way we like it. Ready in about 35 min and easily enough for 4 people.

5.0 from 2,917 cooks
Prep10 min
Cook25 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Charred Paneer with yuzu and sesame
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the yuzu and sesame elements, and pat the paneer dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the paneer and char until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the white miso and the rest of the yuzu and sesame flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the spinach along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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