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

Mild
Recipe by Ritu's Culinary Arts on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Grate Paneer

    Grate 200gm of paneer and set aside.

  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. 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. 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. Incorporate Paneer

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

  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. Serve

    Serve the hot Paneer Bhurji with warm chapatis or parathas.

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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)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
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