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If you’re looking for a way to shake up your "Taco Tuesday" with a burst of vibrant color and bold, authentic flavor, you’ve come to the right place. Imagine the soul-warming comfort of a classic Indian Palak Paneer—creamy, spiced spinach and golden-seared cheese—reimagined as a handheld street food masterpiece. These Indo-Mexican fusion tacos trade the traditional bowl for a charred tortilla, layering zesty sautéed vegetables and marinated paneer over a luscious green base. It’s a fresh, healthy, and undeniably addictive recipe that proves some of the best culinary magic happens when two worlds collide on a single plate.
Whether you’re serving these up for a lively family dinner or looking to impress friends at your next fusion-themed gathering, these Palak Paneer Tacos are guaranteed to be the star of the show. They bridge the gap between deep, traditional Indian spices and the playful, customizable nature of Mexican street food in a way that feels both adventurous and comforting. Don't be afraid to get creative with your toppings—after all, the best part of a taco is making it your own! Give this recipe a try, snap a photo of your vibrant creations, and be sure to tag me so I can see your beautiful plates. Enjoy cooking!! 🍳 😋
Preparation time - 10 to 12 minutes
Cooking time - 5 to 7 minutes
Makes 2 tacos
Ingredients to make Zesty Palak Paneer Tacos with Charred Veggies:
For tacos:
1/2 cup refined flour
1 teaspoon sooji
1 tablespoon rice flour
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon ghee
2 to 3 tablespoon spinach puree
For stuffing:
1/2 cup paneer
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped green capsicum
1 tablespoon finely chopped red bell peppers
1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow bell peppers
1 teaspoon boiled sweet corn (opt)
Salt to taste
1 teaspoon finely chopped green chillies
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper powder
To spread on tacos:
Onion, red, yellow and green bell peppers in slice cut
A pinch salt
A pinch black pepper powder
1/4 teaspoon oil
Oil for shallow frying
To serve with:
Green chutney
Tomato ketchup
Method to make Zesty Palak Paneer Tacos with Charred Veggies:
For tacos:
- Mix all ingredients of tacos in a broad vessel and make semi soft dough from it.
- Cover and rest for minimum 15 minutes.
- Knead and make balls from dough. Make soft roties from it. Keep a side to cool.
For stuffing:
- Wash and finely chop all vegetables. (I chopped in chopper.) Add grated paneer to it.
- Add all dry spices to it and mix well. You can also add finely chopped coriander leaves to it.
- Mix properly and make balls from it.
To spread on:
- Make thin slices from onion, and red, yellow and green bell peppers.
- In a small tadka pan add oil and saute sliced vegetables. Add salt and pepper powder to it.
- Keep a side.
How to assemble:
- Place stuffing ball on tavi and place a palak roti over it. Press gently.
- Apply oil and cook until light brown both sides.
- Repeat the same for remaining.
- Spread green chutney over paneer layer and spread sliced vegetables on it. You can spread a layer of grated cheese over it.
- Fold and serve hot. Repeat the same for remaining.
- Serve hot and tempting Zesty Palak Paneer Tacos with Charred Veggies with your choice of dip like tomato ketchup and green chutney.
