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Cheesy Peri Peri Paneer Hot Dogs Recipe

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These Cheesy Peri Peri Paneer Hot Dogs are a delicious Indian fusion appetizer featuring a spicy peri peri masala-seasoned paneer and vegetable filling, combined with garlic chutney, cream, and cheese. Baked inside soft hot dog buns and topped with a buttery cilantro mixture, they offer a perfect spicy, cheesy snack or party treat.

Ingredients

Peri Peri Masala

  • ½ tablespoon Kashmiri red chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon black salt
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon dry ginger powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon aamchur powder

Vegetables

  • 1 ½ cup finely chopped cabbage
  • 1 cup finely chopped bell pepper
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion
  • ½ cup finely chopped carrots

Butter Topping

  • 2 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoon melted butter

Other Ingredients

  • 250 grams paneer, diced into small cubes
  • 4 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoon garlic chutney
  • 1 cup grated cheese (preferably pepper jack or Amul cheese)
  • salt to taste, if required
  • 8 hot dog buns (top-sliced; regular buns can be substituted)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peri Peri Masala: In a jar, combine Kashmiri red chili powder, black salt, sugar, dry ginger powder, garlic powder, oregano, cinnamon powder, regular salt, and aamchur powder. Mix thoroughly or grind in a blender until fine to make the peri peri masala spice blend.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, gently mix diced paneer, finely chopped cabbage, bell pepper, onion, and carrots with garlic chutney, heavy cream, grated cheese, and 1 tablespoon of the peri peri masala. Mix carefully to avoid breaking the paneer cubes. Set aside.
  3. Make the Butter Topping: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, the remaining peri peri masala, and chopped cilantro. Stir well and set aside.
  4. Assemble the Hot Dogs: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Carefully open the hot dog buns top-slit style without tearing. Slightly press the inside to create space, then fill each bun generously with the peri peri paneer filling.
  5. Bake: Place filled buns on the prepared baking tray. Brush each bun with the cilantro butter mixture. Cover the tray with aluminum foil to prevent browning. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven, let the hot dogs rest covered for 5 minutes, then uncover and serve warm to hot for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Using large hot dog buns yields 8 hot dogs; smaller buns may increase servings.
  • To make vegan, replace paneer with extra-firm tofu, use vegan hot dog buns and vegan butter.
  • Add more vegetables like sweet corn or peas for variety or swap veggies as preferred.
  • You can substitute hot dog buns with sandwich bread or slider buns.
  • Pepper jack or Amul cheese pairs best, but any cheese can be used.
  • For kids, omit garlic chutney or replace with mild grated garlic to reduce spice.
  • Covering with foil helps prevent buns from becoming too brown or hard.
  • Any type of bun can be used if the recommended ones are unavailable.
  • Add extra cheese if you prefer a cheesier hot dog.

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