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High‑Protein Paneer Sandwich

Recipe by SIDDHANT on InstagramAdded 9 August 2026.

5 minutes to prep, 5 to cook. A quick, protein‑packed paneer sandwich that’s ready in just ten minutes. Creamy paneer, tangy yogurt sauce, and fresh onion rings combine with melty mozzarella for a satisfying, vegetarian lunch that fuels your workout.

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Method

Sauce

  1. In a metal bowl, combine the yogurt with the red chili sauce, green chili sauce, mustard sauce, oregano, and chili flakes. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Main method

  1. Heat a pan and grease it with a little butter or oil.

  2. Grill the paneer pieces on both sides until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The paneer is browned on both sides.

  3. Toast the two slices of bread on a griddle or in the pan until golden brown with grill marks.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The bread develops golden grill marks.

  4. Dip the bottom half of each toasted bread slice briefly into the prepared sauce (optional, as shown in the video).

  5. Spread a generous layer of the creamy sauce onto one side of each toasted bread slice.

  6. Place the grilled paneer pieces, onion rings, and mozzarella cheese slices onto the sauce‑covered bottom slice.

  7. Top with the second slice of bread, sauce side down, to assemble the sandwich.

  8. Press gently and serve immediately.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sandwich holds together after a gentle press.

Tips while you cook

Grill paneer evenly
Cook each side of the paneer pieces for about 2 minutes until cooked through.
Toast bread to golden brown
Toast the bread slices on a griddle or in the pan until they develop grill marks.
Briefly dip bread in sauce (optional)
If using, dip the bottom half of each toasted slice briefly into the prepared sauce before spreading.
Assemble while bread is warm
Spread sauce, add paneer, onion rings, and mozzarella, then top with the second slice and press gently before serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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