1. Marinating the Paneer:

• In a bowl, mix curd, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt.
• Add paneer cubes and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.

2. Cooking the Rice:

• Rinse and soak 1 cup of Renuka Protikkha Rice for 20–30 minutes.
• Boil 2 cups of water with a pinch of salt and whole spices. Add the rice and cook until 90% done. Drain and set aside.

3. Sautéing the Base:

• Heat ghee/oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and whole spices.
• Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
• Add chopped vegetables and sauté for 3–4 minutes with a pinch of salt.

4. Grilling Paneer:

• In another pan, lightly grill the marinated paneer on both sides until golden.
• Set aside the grilled paneer cubes.

5. Combining Everything:

• Add the grilled paneer and cooked vegetables to the sautéed base.
• Mix gently and add the cooked rice over it. Sprinkle garam masala if desired.
• Cover and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes (dum style).

6. Serving:

• Garnish with chopped coriander and mint leaves.
• Serve hot with raita or a light salad.