Paneer Tikka Recipe in OTG (Restaurant-Style at Home)

If you love smoky, juicy paneer tikka but don’t want to go out every time, this paneer tikka recipe in OTG is exactly what you need. With the right marinade and OTG temperature, you can make perfect restaurant-style paneer tikka at home—charred on the outside and soft inside.

This recipe works great as:
✅ starter / appetizer
✅ party snack
✅ protein-rich vegetarian dish
✅ side with naan or salad

Let’s make paneer tikka in OTG step by step 🔥🧀

Quick Recipe Info

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Marination Time: 1–2 hours
• OTG Cooking Time: 18–22 minutes
• Total Time: ~45 minutes
• Servings: 3–4
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients for Paneer Tikka (OTG Method)

Main Ingredients

• 250 g paneer (cut into cubes)
• 1 medium capsicum (cubed)
• 1 medium onion (cubed)
• 8–10 wooden skewers (soaked in water)

Paneer Tikka Marinade

• 1/2 cup thick curd (hung curd preferred)
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tsp red chili powder / Kashmiri chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp chaat masala
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp mustard oil (important for restaurant flavor)
• Salt to taste

✅ Mustard oil gives authentic tandoori aroma.

Tools You’ll Need

• OTG oven
• Baking tray
• Foil or parchment paper
• Skewers
• Brush (for oil/butter)

Step-by-Step Paneer Tikka Recipe in OTG

Step 1: Prepare the Marinade

1. In a bowl, add thick curd.
2. Add all spices, ginger garlic paste, lemon juice, mustard oil, and salt.
3. Mix well until smooth.

✅ Marinade should be thick, not watery.

Step 2: Marinate Paneer & Veggies

1. Add paneer cubes, capsicum, and onion to the marinade.
2. Mix gently so paneer doesn’t break.
3. Cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours.

⏱️ Minimum marination: 30 minutes
⏱️ Best flavor: 2 hours

Step 3: Preheat the OTG

• Preheat OTG at 200°C for 10 minutes
• Select top + bottom rods ON

Step 4: Arrange the Skewers

1. Thread paneer, capsicum, and onion alternately onto skewers.
2. Line a baking tray with foil.
3. Place skewers on the tray or directly on the rack with tray below.

Brush lightly with oil or butter.

Step 5: Cook Paneer Tikka in OTG

• Temperature: 200°C
• Time: 18–22 minutes

🔁 Flip skewers once after 10–12 minutes.
Brush butter/oil again for juiciness.

Step 6: Grill for Charred Effect (Optional but Recommended)

• Turn Grill mode ON
• Increase temperature to 220°C
• Grill for 3–5 minutes until lightly charred.

🔥 This gives restaurant-style tandoori finish.

Step 7: Serve Hot

Sprinkle chaat masala and lemon juice before serving.

Your paneer tikka in OTG is ready 😍🔥

How to Serve Paneer Tikka

Serve hot with:
✅ Green mint chutney
✅ Onion rings + lemon
✅ Butter naan / rumali roti
✅ Salad & dip

Perfect party starter.

Tips for Perfect Paneer Tikka in OTG

✅ Use fresh, soft paneer
✅ Hung curd prevents watery marinade
✅ Mustard oil = authentic taste
✅ Don’t overcook paneer (becomes rubbery)
✅ Always preheat OTG
✅ Flip once for even cooking

Variations You Can Try

1) Malai Paneer Tikka

Add cream + cashew paste to marinade.

2) Hariyali Paneer Tikka

Add mint-coriander paste.

3) Achari Paneer Tikka

Add achari masala + pickle oil.

4) Vegan Version

Replace paneer with tofu + thick plant curd.

Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: 1 day (uncooked marinated paneer)
• Reheat: OTG or pan (avoid microwave)

Nutrition (Approx Per Serving)

• Calories: 260–320 kcal
• Protein: high
• Carbs: low
• Great vegetarian protein option

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Using watery curd
❌ Skipping preheat
❌ Cooking at very low temperature
❌ Overcrowding tray
❌ Overcooking paneer

Conclusion

This paneer tikka recipe in OTG gives you the exact restaurant-style taste at home—smoky, spicy, juicy, and perfectly grilled. Once you try it, you won’t need a tandoor or restaurant again 😄🔥