Spice up your dinner with a Mexican-Indian fusion

(NC) It’s easy to get into a rut at mealtime, rotating between the same recipes that everyone in your family has had enough of. One way to break out of your routine? Combining flavours from different cuisines to create something totally new.

Experience the exciting fusion of two vibrant culinary worlds in this unique combination that beautifully marries the warmth of Indian spices with the smoothness of avocados from Mexico. The creamy richness of avocado meets the bold flavours of India in this appetizing dish, where paneer is marinated in a blend of spices and grilled to perfection.

Avocado Paneer Tikka

Prep time: 55 minutes
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 200 g (7 oz) paneer, cubed
• 2 ripe avocados from Mexico, mashed
• 1 tsp (5 ml) garam masala
• 1 tsp (5 ml) turmeric powder
• 1 tsp (5 ml) cumin powder
• 1 tsp (5 ml) red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) ginger-garlic paste
• Fresh coriander (for garnish)
• Vegetable or canola oil
• Wooden skewers, soaked

Directions:

1. Prepare marinade in a large bowl by mixing mashed avocados, Greek yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste and salt.
2. Gently toss paneer cubes in the avocado mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for 30 minutes.
3. Thread marinated paneer cubes onto soaked wooden skewers.
4. Heat oil in a grill pan or use a barbecue. Cook skewers for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until paneer is golden and slightly charred.
5. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve with a green chutney or yogurt dip.