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Baked paneer rolls are a tasty and healthy snack that can be easily prepared at home, giving a wonder taste of flavours and texture to whoever might like to prepare a deliciously fulfilling vegetarian dish.
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Now, begin by taking your ingredients: get 8 to 10 slices of whole wheat bread, though you may use brown or multi-grain, and even white bread, whatever you like best.
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Whole wheat bread is added for a healthy feel to these rolls.
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Now crumble 250 grams of paneer or cottage cheese in a bowl.
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This recipe is studded with paneer, which gives the dish a creamy deep quality and mates very well with the spices.
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Add one finely chopped green chilli to give it that zing and 1/2 teaspoon of minced ginger or finely chopped ginger for more depth in flavour.
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Mix in 1 tablespoon of chopped coriander or parsley leaves for that fresh herbal note.
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And the herbs give it that kind of lift, brightness, depth, too.
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Now, let's prepare the filling. To do so, you sprinkle in ¼ teaspoon red chilli powder or cayenne pepper to taste for those who like spicy rolls. Add ¼ teaspoon ground coriander for warmth and earthiness, then ¼ teaspoon garam masala for fragrance and aromatic flavours.
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Finally, add 1/2 teaspoon of chaat masala or dry mango powder (amchur) for that tangy twist.
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Just don't forget to add salt to taste-it brings everything together and elevates the whole taste of the filling itself.
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As soon as the filling is mixed correctly, you can then begin assembling the rolls.
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Start with removing the crusts of the slices of bread so that the rolls are soft and easy to roll.
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Flatten each slice using a rolling pin, which will make them softer and more manageable.
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This will help avoid tearing the bread while rolling.
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Once the paneer mixture is spread flat on a surface, one generous spoonful of it should be spread evenly to cover one side of the bread slice.
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Gently roll up the slice on one end through the other with the filling securely inside.
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Roll all slices and arrange them seam side down on a greased tray for baking.
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Indeed, you can even brush oil or softened butter lightly over the rolls before baking so that they have a gorgeous golden crust.
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It not only enhances the flavour but also gives it crispiness in all the right places.
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Preheat the oven to 180 C (350 F) while placing the rolls on the baking tray.
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Once baked, place the paneer rolls in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
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The fragrance coming from the oven will tempt everyone in its vicinity.
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You must check them often so that you do not overbake them.
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Crispy outside and soft and flavoursome inside, they are perfect.
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After baking, let the rolls cool a bit before serving.
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Baked Paneer Rolls are lovely to be enjoyed all alone, though they may be served with tangy chutneys and sauces for dipping.
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The recipe of baked paneer roll features soft bread filled with a spiced paneer mixture, baked until golden and crispy for a delicious vegetarian snack.