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Pan-Seared Paneer Flatbread

The kind of Chinese plate you make on repeat. soy and ginger, a proper sear, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.8 from 4,184 cooks
Prep25 min
Cook30 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Pan-Seared Paneer Flatbread
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the soy and ginger 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 sear until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the black vinegar and the rest of the soy and ginger flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the asparagus 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.

Finish with the chopped chives and serve while hot.

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

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