Paneer & cheddar sandwich
Fan of a cheese sandwich? This paneer and cheddar version is one you must try. The caramelised onion, mustard and cumin seeds add another layer of flavour
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- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 1tbsp sunflower oil
- 1tsp mustard seeds
- ½tsp cumin seeds
- 1green chilli, finely chopped
- 1medium onion, finely chopped
- handful of chives, finely sliced
- 40g cheddar, grated
- 225g paneer, grated
- salted butter, for spreading and frying
- 8slices of white bread
- mango chutney, to serve (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Heat the oil in a pan and add the mustard and cumin seeds. When they start to pop, add the chilli and onion, and cook over medium heat for 10-12 mins until the onions begin to caramelise.Step 2
Transfer the cooked chilli and onion to a large bowl, add the chives and both cheeses, then mix well. Season with ½ tsp salt and a pinch of black pepper.Step 3
To cook the sandwiches, you can use either a toastie maker or frying pan. Butter a slice of bread and spread with some of the paneer filling, then top with another slice and press gently.Step 4
Heat 1 tsp butter in a pan and cook the sandwich over medium heat for 2-3 mins until golden, before flipping it over to cook the other side (add another 1 tsp of butter to the pan if needed). Serve the sandwich straightaway.