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: March 12, 2026

Amazon Associates

Amazon Associates PartnerTrusted

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. This helps support our site at no extra cost to you. Clicking on ingredient or equipment links will take you to amazon.com where you can purchase these items.

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

Shop all ingredients on Amazon in one click • Printable PDF with shopping checklist

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.

You Might Also Like

Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos

Karivepaku Chicken Fry

Karivepaku Chicken Fry

A flavorful Indian chicken curry made with aromatic garam masala, yogurt, and fresh tomatoes. This recipe from YouTube channel ETV Abhiruchi balances spice and creaminess, perfect for serving with rice or naan.

1 hr 5 min
Serves 4
$13
6 views
IndianMedium
Teaching People How Not To Cook! Sindhi Curry Edition! @ihansika

Teaching People How Not To Cook! Sindhi Curry Edition! @ihansika

A comforting, tangy yellow Sindhi Kadhi made with gram‑flour (besan) base, mustard and cumin tempering, and a medley of vegetables like potatoes, bottle gourd, okra, and carrots. Finished with tamarind water and tomato puree, this classic Indian dish is perfect with steamed rice or roti.

1 hr 3 min
Serves 4
$5
3 views
IndianMedium
I Made CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA in an AIR FRYER!!!!

I Made CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA in an AIR FRYER!!!!

A juicy, flavorful chicken tikka masala cooked entirely in an air fryer. The chicken is marinated with aromatic spices, colored with Kashmiri chili powder and food coloring, then steamed with a splash of hot water before finishing with rich double cream and butter for a luxurious sauce. Serve with rice, naan, or any flatbread.

1 hr 5 min
Serves 4
$49
3 views
IndianEasy
బీరకాయ తొక్కుతో ఇలా చేయొచ్చని తెలిస్తే ఇక అస్సలు వేస్ట్ చెయ్యరు😋Beerakaya Thokku Pachadi👌Ridge Gourd

బీరకాయ తొక్కుతో ఇలా చేయొచ్చని తెలిస్తే ఇక అస్సలు వేస్ట్ చెయ్యరు😋Beerakaya Thokku Pachadi👌Ridge Gourd

A quick, protein‑packed Indian egg curry featuring ripe tomatoes, sweet peas, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner, this dish is easy to make and delivers classic South Indian flavors.

45 min
Serves 4
$4
2 views
IndianEasy
Soy Chaap Tikka in Yogurt Gravy

Soy Chaap Tikka in Yogurt Gravy

A flavorful North Indian‑style soy chaap tikka cooked in a spiced yogurt gravy, finished with fresh cream and butter. Crispy fried soy chaap pieces are marinated with Kashmiri red chili, garam masala, and herbs, then grilled like paneer tikka and served hot with green chutney.

46 min
Serves 4
$8
8 views
IndianMedium
Cheesy Mixed Vegetable Paneer

Cheesy Mixed Vegetable Paneer

A protein‑packed, creamy mixed‑vegetable stir‑fry with paneer, cream and mozzarella. Perfect for weight‑loss focused vegetarians who want a tasty, satisfying main dish.

50 min
Serves 4
$13
9 views
IndianMedium