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10 Mins Paneer Bhurji

Recipe by Ritu's Culinary Arts

  • Ready in15 min
  • Prep5 min
  • Cook10 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves2 People
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Spicy level3/5
  • Calories~450 kcal
10 Mins Paneer Bhurji

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 200 gmPaneer
  • 2 tbspOil
  • 1 tbspButter
  • 1 tspCumin seeds
  • 1 tbspChopped garlic
  • 1Medium size onion
  • 1 tbspGreen chilli
  • 1Tomato
  • 1 tbspRed chilli powder
  • 1/4 tspTurmeric powder
  • 1 tbspCoriander powder
  • to tasteSalt
  • 1 tspGaram masala
  • as neededCoriander leaves
  • 1Tomato puree
  • 1/2 cupWater

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Grate Paneer

    Grate 200gm of paneer and set aside.

  2. 2.Sauté Aromatics

    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. 3.Add Onion and Green Chilli

    Add 1 medium-sized chopped onion and 1 tablespoon of chopped green chilli to the pan. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4.Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Add 1 chopped tomato, 1 tablespoon of red chilli powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder. Then add 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, salt to taste, and 1 teaspoon of garam masala. Mix well and cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil separates, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5.Incorporate Paneer

    Add the grated paneer and some fresh coriander leaves to the mixture. Cook for 2 minutes on high heat, stirring continuously.

  6. 6.Add Tomato Puree and Water

    Pour in 1 tomato puree and 1/2 cup of water. Stir everything together, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for another 2 minutes until the bhurji is well combined and slightly saucy.

  7. 7.Serve

    Serve the hot Paneer Bhurji with warm chapatis or parathas.

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10 Mins Paneer Bhurji

Ready in

15 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

10 min

Serving

2 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Recipe by Ritu's Culinary Arts on YouTube
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow each step to make the recipe successfully.

  1. 1

    Grate Paneer

    Grate 200gm of paneer and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic. until fragrant, about .

  3. 3

    Add Onion and Green Chilli

    Add 1 medium-sized chopped onion and 1 tablespoon of chopped green chilli to the pan. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about .

  4. 4

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Add 1 chopped tomato, 1 tablespoon of red chilli powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder. Then add 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, salt to taste, and 1 teaspoon of garam masala. Mix well and cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil separates, about .

  5. 5

    Incorporate Paneer

    Add the grated paneer and some fresh coriander leaves to the mixture. Cook for on high heat, stirring continuously.

  6. 6

    Add Tomato Puree and Water

    Pour in 1 tomato puree and 1/2 cup of water. Stir everything together, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for another until the bhurji is well combined and slightly saucy.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the hot Paneer Bhurji with warm chapatis or parathas.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Paneer?

    • Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
    • Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Paneer?

    • Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
    • Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
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