eCook Meal
Malai Paneer Bites
with tandoori masala sauce, raita & a wholewheat roti
The perfect meat-free meatball bites made with mashed potatoes and paneer are served in a divine tandoori masala sauce – these malai (meaning creamy!) bites are totally delectable. With a warm wholewheat roti and raita on the side, what else could you want?
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
MASH MAGIC
Place a pot of cold salted water over a high heat. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until soft. Drain on completion, and roughly mash with a Potato masher or fork. Season to taste.
START THE SAUCE
Place a pot, with a lid, over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add the grated Garlic and ½ the rub and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Mix in the coconut milk, the cream, and the diced tomatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer for 6-8 minutes until the tomatoes have softened into a saucy consistency, stirring occasionally. Add some water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through the rinsed Spinach, ½ the chopped coriander, and a small knob of butter (optional). Season with salt, pepper and a sweetener of choice. Cover to keep warm. Place over a low heat just before serving if the sauce cools down.
PANEER BITES
In a bowl, mix the mashed Potato, the grated paneer, and the remaining rub, to form a dough. The dough should be the texture of a firm mash. Use your hands to roll the dough into golf ball sized paneer bites. Return the potato pot to a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, shallow fry the paneer bites until crispy and golden, flipping as they colour. Remove on completion and drain on some paper towel.
RAVENOUS FOR ROTI
Place a dry pan over a medium heat. When hot, warm the roti for about 30-60 seconds per side until heated through and lightly toasted. Alternatively, spread the roti out on a plate in a single layer and heat up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
DINNER IS SERVED
Dish up spoonfuls of tandoori masala sauce and top with the paneer bites. Garnish with the Raita and the remaining chopped coriander. Serve with a wholewheat roti. Divine, Chef!
MASH MAGIC
Place a pot of cold salted water over a high heat. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until soft. Drain on completion, and roughly mash with a Potato masher or fork. Season to taste.
START THE SAUCE
Place a pot, with a lid, over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add the grated Garlic and ½ the rub and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Mix in the coconut milk, the cream, and the diced tomatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the tomatoes have softened into a saucy consistency, stirring occasionally. Add some water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through the rinsed Spinach, ½ the chopped coriander, and a small knob of butter (optional). Season with salt, pepper and a sweetener of choice. Cover to keep warm. Place over a low heat just before serving if the sauce cools down.
PANEER BITES
In a bowl, mix the mashed Potato, the grated paneer, and the remaining rub, to form a dough. The dough should be the texture of a firm mash. Use your hands to roll the dough into golf ball sized paneer bites. Return the potato pot to a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, shallow fry the paneer bites until crispy and golden, flipping as they colour. Remove on completion and drain on some paper towel.
RAVENOUS FOR ROTI
Place a dry pan over a medium heat. When hot, warm the rotis for about 30-60 seconds per side until heated through and lightly toasted. Alternatively, spread the rotis out on a plate in a single layer and heat up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. Once heated, stack on a plate on top of one another and cover with a tea towel to keep warm.
DINNER IS SERVED
Dish up spoonfuls of tandoori masala sauce and top with the paneer bites. Garnish with the Raita and the remaining chopped coriander. Serve with a wholewheat roti. Divine, Chef!
MASH MAGIC
Place a pot of cold salted water over a high heat. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until soft. Drain on completion, and roughly mash with a Potato masher or fork. Season to taste.
START THE SAUCE
Place a pot, with a lid, over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add the grated Garlic and ½ the rub and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Mix in the coconut milk, the cream, and the diced tomatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes until the tomatoes have softened into a saucy consistency, stirring occasionally. Add some water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through the rinsed Spinach, ½ the chopped coriander, and a small knob of butter (optional). Season with salt, pepper and a sweetener of choice. Cover to keep warm. Place over a low heat just before serving if the sauce cools down.
PANEER BITES
In a large bowl, mix the mashed Potato, the grated paneer, and the remaining rub, to form a dough. The dough should be the texture of a firm mash. Use your hands to roll the dough into golf ball sized paneer bites. Return the potato pot to a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, shallow fry the paneer bites until crispy and golden, flipping as they colour. You may have to do this step in batches. Remove on completion and drain on some paper towel.
RAVENOUS FOR ROTI
Place a dry pan over a medium heat. When hot, warm the rotis for about 30-60 seconds per side until heated through and lightly toasted. Alternatively, spread the rotis out on a plate in a single layer and heat up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. Once heated, stack on a plate on top of one another and cover with a tea towel to keep warm.
DINNER IS SERVED
Dish up spoonfuls of tandoori masala sauce and top with the paneer bites. Garnish with the Raita and the remaining chopped coriander. Serve with a wholewheat roti. Divine, Chef!
MASH MAGIC
Place a pot of cold salted water over a high heat. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until soft. Drain on completion, and roughly mash with a Potato masher or fork. Season to taste.
START THE SAUCE
Place a pot, with a lid, over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add the grated Garlic and ½ the rub and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Mix in the coconut milk, the cream, and the diced tomatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the tomatoes have softened into a saucy consistency, stirring occasionally. Add some water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through the rinsed Spinach, ½ the chopped coriander, and a small knob of butter (optional). Season with salt, pepper and a sweetener of choice. Cover to keep warm. Place over a low heat just before serving if the sauce cools down.
PANEER BITES
In a large bowl, mix the mashed Potato, the grated paneer, and the remaining rub, to form a dough. The dough should be the texture of a firm mash. Use your hands to roll the dough into golf ball sized paneer bites. Return the potato pot to a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, shallow fry the paneer bites until crispy and golden, flipping as they colour. You may have to do this step in batches. Remove on completion and drain on some paper towel.
RAVENOUS FOR ROTI
Place a dry pan over a medium heat. When hot, warm the rotis for about 30-60 seconds per side until heated through and lightly toasted. Alternatively, spread the rotis out on a plate in a single layer and heat up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. Once heated, stack on a plate on top of one another and cover with a tea towel to keep warm.
DINNER IS SERVED
Dish up spoonfuls of tandoori masala sauce and top with the paneer bites. Garnish with the Raita and the remaining chopped coriander. Serve with a wholewheat roti. Divine, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R127.05
for 4 servings · R31.76 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Plum Tomatoes needs 4Whole Red Baby Plum Tomatoes in Tomato Juice 400 g R39.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R39.99
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Spinach needs 80 gWhole Spinach 350 g 350 g at R19.99 · 23% of packR4.57
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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Potato needs 800 gBulk Everyday Medium Potatoes 7 kg 7 kg at R69.99 · 11% of packR8.00
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Fresh Cream needs 100 mlFresh Full Cream Milk 2 L 2 L at R40.99 · 5% of packR2.05
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Coconut Milk needs 400 mlReduced Fat Coconut Milk 400 ml 400 ml at R39.99 · 100% of packR39.99
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Garlic Cloves needs 4Baby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 350 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Fresh Coriander needs 15 gFree Range Smoked Paprika & Coriander Deboned Chicken Avg 1 kg 1 kg at R164.99 · 2% of packR2.47
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Raita
- Paneer Cheese
- Wholewheat Rotis
- NOMU Tandoori Rub
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Malai Paneer Bites?
The preparation time for Malai Paneer Bites with tandoori masala sauce, raita & a wholewheat roti is between 20 and 35 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Malai Paneer Bites with tandoori masala sauce, raita & a wholewheat roti ?
The total time required to make Malai Paneer Bites with tandoori masala sauce, raita & a wholewheat roti is between 45 and 65 minutes.
How many servings does Malai Paneer Bites provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Malai Paneer Bites?
Coconut Milk, Cream, Fresh Coriander, Garlic, NOMU Tandoori Rub, Onion, Paneer Cheese, Plum Tomato, Potato, Raita, Spinach, Wholewheat Roti, Wholewheat Rotis
What is the nutritional information of Malai Paneer Bites?
Calories: 1084, Carbs: 100 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 42.7 grams, Sugar: 20.3 grams, Salt: 1386 grams
How do I prepare Malai Paneer Bites?
DINNER IS SERVED: Dish up spoonfuls of tandoori masala sauce and top with the paneer bites. Garnish with the raita and the remaining chopped coriander. Serve with a wholewheat roti. Divine, Chef! RAVENOUS FOR ROTI: Place a dry pan over a medium heat. When hot, warm the rotis for about 30-60 seconds per side until heated through and lightly toasted. Alternatively, spread the rotis out on a plate in a single layer and heat up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. Once heated, stack on a plate on top of one another and cover with a tea towel to keep warm. START THE SAUCE: Place a pot, with a lid, over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add the grated garlic and ½ the rub and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Mix in the coconut milk, the cream, and the diced tomatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the tomatoes have softened into a saucy consistency, stirring occasionally. Add some water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through the rinsed spinach, ½ the chopped coriander, and a small knob of butter (optional). Season with salt, pepper and a sweetener of choice. Cover to keep warm. Place over a low heat just before serving if the sauce cools down. MASH MAGIC: Place a pot of cold salted water over a high heat. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until soft. Drain on completion, and roughly mash with a potato masher or fork. Season to taste. PANEER BITES: In a bowl, mix the mashed potato, the grated paneer, and the remaining rub, to form a dough. The dough should be the texture of a firm mash. Use your hands to roll the dough into golf ball sized paneer bites. Return the potato pot to a high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, shallow fry the paneer bites until crispy and golden, flipping as they colour. Remove on completion and drain on some paper towel.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Malai Paneer Bites?
Coconut Milk, Cream, Fresh Coriander, Garlic, NOMU Tandoori Rub, Onion, Paneer Cheese, Plum Tomato, Potato, Raita, Spinach, Wholewheat Roti, Wholewheat Rotis
How many calories does Malai Paneer Bites have?
1084 calories
How much fat content does Malai Paneer Bites have?
grams