How long does Spicy Paneer Gujiya take?

50 minutes from start to finish. That is 25 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Spicy Paneer Gujiya serve?

3. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Spicy Paneer Gujiya vegetarian?

Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.

Is Spicy Paneer Gujiya spicy?

It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Spicy Paneer Gujiya?

½ cup Paneer, 1 cup Maida, ½ cup Sweet Corn, ½ cup Green Peas, 3 grams Mozzarella Cheese, 2 tbsp Ghee, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Spicy Paneer Gujiya?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Spicy Paneer Gujiya?

About 475 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

Spicy Paneer GujiyaCook

Spicy Paneer Gujiya

Name: Spicy Paneer Gujiya
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Pan-Indian
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Ghee; 1 cup Maida; 1 tsp Ajwain; ½ cup Water; 1 tbsp Oil; 2 tbsp Chilli Oil; ½ cup Sweet Corn; ½ cup Green Peas; ½ cup Paneer, Shredded; 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder; 1½ tsp Salt; 3 grams Mozzarella Cheese, Grated

50 min
mild
Serves 3

Prep 25 min · Cook 25 min

Start cooking

4 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

Shop

Also known as paneer gujiya · Veg · Snacks & Starters, Cakes, Cookies & Bakes

Snacks & Starters Cakes, Cookies & Bakes Jain

Spicy paneer gujiya: ajwain pastry filled with paneer, corn and peas cooked in chilli oil, then air-fried. Serves 3, 50 minutes with resting, with video.

You’ll need: Air Fryer

Good for: Holi, Party, Rainy Day

Ingredients

12 items

3 people

Ghee2 tbsp
Maida1 cup
Ajwain1 tsp
Water½ cup
Oil1 tbsp
Chilli Oil2 tbsp
Sweet Corn½ cup
Green Peas½ cup
Paneer, Shredded½ cup
Garam Masala Powder1 tsp
Salt1½ tsp
Mozzarella Cheese, Grated3 grams

Cooking for someone with an allergy? Read every ingredient above. We have not finished checking allergens on this recipe.

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 3 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 3 people
Energy	475kcal	1425kcal
Protein	14g	41g
Carbohydrate	43g	129g
Fat	27g	82g
Fibre	3.6g	11g
Sugar	2.6g	7.8g

Cookd masalas for paneer

Method

1
Add the ghee to the maida and mix it well. Add the Ajwain and water and make it into a soft dough. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
GheeMaidaAjwainWater
2
In a pan, add oil and chilli oil and Corn, Green peas and paneer to it and give it a good mix. Let it cook for 5 minutes and let it cool.
OilChilli OilSweet CornGreen PeasPaneerGaram Masala PowderSalt
3
Roll the dough into small discs and fill the paneer filling and close it. Adding the mozzarella is optional.
Mozzarella Cheese
4
Air fry the gujiyas for 25 minutes at 165°C

Before you start

How long does Spicy Paneer Gujiya take?: 50 minutes from start to finish. That is 25 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Spicy Paneer Gujiya serve?: 3. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Spicy Paneer Gujiya vegetarian?: Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Spicy Paneer Gujiya spicy?: It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Spicy Paneer Gujiya?: ½ cup Paneer, 1 cup Maida, ½ cup Sweet Corn, ½ cup Green Peas, 3 grams Mozzarella Cheese, 2 tbsp Ghee, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Spicy Paneer Gujiya?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Spicy Paneer Gujiya?: About 475 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.