It is a balance of sweet and savoury notes. Creamy paneer and fresh figs are soaked in a double-marination of spiced yoghurt, then charred and finished with a sharp pomegranate drizzle.
400g fresh paneer, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
1 red bell pepper and 1 red onion, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
1/4 cup pomegranate molasses mixed with 1 tbsp fresh mint chutney
2 tbsp toasted pistachios, coarsely chopped
Step 1: Toss the paneer cubes with the lemon juice, Kashmiri chilli powder, and salt. Set aside for 15 minutes.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together all second marination ingredients until smooth. Fold in the paneer, bell peppers, and red onions. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
Step 3: Thread the paneer, fig halves, peppers, and onions onto skewers.
Step 4: Preheat your tandoor or oven (with a broiler or pizza stone) to 480°F (250°C). Cook for 8–10 minutes, rotating once and brushing with ghee until lightly charred at the edges.
Step 5: Plate while hot, drizzle with the mint-pomegranate glaze, and sprinkle with pistachios and pomegranate seeds.
Frenched lamb chops tenderised with raw papaya and garlic, coated in a smoky curd bath, and cooked at high heat until nicely charred on the outside.
2 tbsp mustard oil (heated until smoking, then cooled)
Step 1: Lightly prick the lamb chops with a fork and rub with the tenderising paste. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Mix the Phase 2 marinade until smooth and thoroughly coat the chops. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
Step 3: Bring the chops to room temperature about 20 minutes before cooking.
Step 4: Cook in a high-heat tandoor or under a top broiler (approx. 500°F / 260°C) for 6 minutes per side. Baste with butter or ghee halfway through until charred and cooked to medium-rare (around 135°F internal temp).
Step 5: Rest for 5 minutes before serving with the fresh mango-apple chutney.
Anukriti Srivastava thrives at the intersection of words and voice, where journalism meets storytelling. A digital editor and journalist with over 5 years of experience, she has written across lifestyle, women issues, relationships, entertainment, fashion, and travel. She did her Masters in Broadcast Journalism and has published more than 500+ lifestyle content pieces across platforms. As a former Sub-Editor at HerZindagi, she produced engaging digital content, interviews, and event coverage for a wide audience. She has also contributed as a Webstory Producer with Travel + Leisure, transforming travel experiences into immersive stories for readers who love exploring the world. Beyond writing, Anukriti’s storytelling extends to the microphone. As a voice-over artist, her warm and expressive voice has brought scripts to life across audio platforms, turning simple words into immersive experiences. Her work reflects a deep interest in people, culture, and everyday stories that resonate with readers and listeners alike. She enjoys crafting content that informs, inspires, and sparks curiosity. Away from screens and studios, you’ll find her reading self-help books, listening to music, getting lost in romantic novels, and playing the guitar for a creative reset. For Anukriti, storytelling isn’t just a profession—it’s a way of seeing and sharing the world.Read More
