Kadai Paneer Kathi Roll
Handhelds
- Protein
- Paneer, Tofu
- Complete the plate
- A full plate on its own
- Serves
- 2
- Hands-on · total
- 10 min · 15 min
- Walk-away
- No
Made from leftovers: needs leftover Kadai Paneer (Semi-Dry Style). It only shows up in Tonight once that leftover is added.
Quick with chapatis. About 10 min if you have chapatis ready.
From mykitchen
Worth knowing
- Kathi rolls are a great way to transform leftover curries into a fun, handheld meal. Semi-dry fillings work best because they hold together inside the roti without making it soggy.
- The shredded cabbage is not traditional in every version, but it adds a fresh crunch that balances the rich paneer filling.
- Avoid overcooking the roti before assembling - a softer roti will roll easily and prevent cracking.
- While this recipe uses Kadai Paneer, the same method works beautifully with other dry or semi-dry fillings like aloo, tofu, chana, or mixed vegetable curries.
- For meal prep, keep the filling and toppings separate and assemble fresh when ready to eat.
Day 2 plan
Batch-prep the filling/components, but assemble fresh. Keep crisp toppings, sauces, and greens separate so day-two portions stay fresh.
- Cook this meal
Ingredients & method
Prep
15 mins
Cook
10 mins
Total
25 mins
Serves
4scaled from 2 servings - quantities marked “to taste” or “as needed” aren’t adjusted
Ingredients
Ingredients
Filling
(see Kadai Paneer recipe for preparation)
2 cupshredded cabbage2medium onion, thinly sliced into ringsSauces & Seasoning
Instructions
- 01
Warm the rotis or chapatis lightly on a pan. Do not fully crisp them - keeping them soft makes them easier to wrap.
- 02
Spread a thin layer of spicy green chutney over the roti.
- 03
Add a layer of shredded cabbage for crunch.
- 04
Place the semi-dry kadai paneer filling in the center of the roti.
- 05
Add sliced onion rings on top.
- 06
Sprinkle a little extra kadai paneer masala for an additional burst of flavor.
- 07
Drizzle hot and sweet sauce or mayo based on your preference.
- 08
Add cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
- 09
Fold the sides inward, roll tightly, and serve warm.
Worth knowing
- Kathi rolls are a great way to transform leftover curries into a fun, handheld meal. Semi-dry fillings work best because they hold together inside the roti without making it soggy.
- The shredded cabbage is not traditional in every version, but it adds a fresh crunch that balances the rich paneer filling.
- Avoid overcooking the roti before assembling - a softer roti will roll easily and prevent cracking.
- While this recipe uses Kadai Paneer, the same method works beautifully with other dry or semi-dry fillings like aloo, tofu, chana, or mixed vegetable curries.
- For meal prep, keep the filling and toppings separate and assemble fresh when ready to eat.
Day 2 plan
Batch-prep the filling/components, but assemble fresh. Keep crisp toppings, sauces, and greens separate so day-two portions stay fresh.
- Built from
This recipe uses
Make these first, then bring it all together here.
Kadai Paneer (Semi-Dry Style)
50 minCurries & Gravies
Complete the meal: serve with roti or jeera rice
Real image coming soon!Green Chaat Chutney (Cilantro Mint Chutney)
15 minAppetizers & Chaats
Served alongside a meal
