Tandoori Marinade:

1. I have heated 2 tbsp oil in a kadai or pan. Once the oil is hot add chopped onions and fry till translucent. Then add chopped green bell peppers. Fry for 2 minutes. Then add paneer cubes and fry till golden brown. Then take them out once the paneer is golden brown. 
2. Now in the paneer mixture add yogurt, tandoori masala I have taken store-bought, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt to make the marinade. 
3. Now mix everything nicely ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or even longer for richer flavors. 

Mint Chutney (Optional):

1. Blend mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chili, lemon juice, and salt in a blender to make a smooth chutney. Add water as needed to achieve the desired consistency. Set aside.

Preparing the Filling:

1. Heat a grill pan or tawa (griddle) over medium-high heat.
2. Place the marinated paneer slices on the hot pan or grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side cooked through. Remove from heat. 

Assembling the Sandwich:

1. Take a slice of bread and spread a thin layer of mint chutney or tandoori mayonnaise on it (if using). Place a lettuce leaves on top of the bread. 
2. Arrange onion slices, tomato slices, bell pepper slices, and cucumber slices 9optional) on top of the lettuce leaves. 
3. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the veggies. Now add the tandoori paneer mixture on top of the veggies. 
4. Now place a slice of cheese on top of the mixture. 
5. Now sprinkle red chili flakes and herb seasoning on the cheese slice. 
6. Now place a bread slice on top. 

Toasting the Sandwich:

1. Heat a pan or griddle over medium-low heat. Add butter to the pan and let it melt. 
2. Place the sandwich on the pan and cook until the bottom side is golden brown and crispy. 
3. Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula and cook the other side until it’s crispy and the cheese is melted. 
4. Take it out on a plate and slice it in half. Your delicious Tandoori Paneer Sandwich is ready to be served hot.

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