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25 mins

Cuisine

Indian

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

2-3 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal

Spicy Level

Recipe by Nithya's Cooking on YouTube
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  1. Sauté Aromatics

    Heat 4-5 teaspoons of cooking oil in a pan. Once hot, add a few curry leaves, 2 chopped green chilies, and 1 large finely chopped onion. until the onions turn translucent and their color changes, which takes about on medium-high heat.

  2. Cook Tomatoes and Spices

    Add 1 finely chopped tomato and salt to taste. Mix well and cook until the tomatoes soften completely, stirring occasionally for about . Then, add 1 teaspoon of ginger garlic paste and mix. Follow with 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder. Mix all the spices thoroughly and cook until their raw aroma disappears, about .

  3. Add Eggs and Paneer

    Create a small gap in the center of the masala and crack 3 eggs directly into it. Let the eggs cook undisturbed for about on low flame. Then, gently scramble the eggs and mix them with the masala. Continue stirring until the eggs are half-cooked and start to become crumbly. Now, add 1/2 cup of grated paneer to the mixture. Mix the paneer well with the egg and masala, ensuring everything is thoroughly combined and crumbly. Cook for another until the paneer is heated through and the mixture is dry.

  4. Garnish and Serve

    Finally, sprinkle a handful of freshly chopped coriander leaves over the bhurji. Give it a final mix. Your high-protein Egg Paneer Bhurji is now ready to be served hot with chapati or as a side dish with rice.

Before You Cook

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  • No Curry leaves?

    • 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
  • No Onion?

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

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

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

    • 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
    • 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.
  • No Paneer?

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

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

Variations

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  • Can be made as aCustomise

    Can be made as a pure egg bhurji without paneer.

  • Can be made as aDietary option

    Can be made as a pure paneer bhurji without eggs (vegetarian option).

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipAdding Salt Along with Tomatoes

    Adding salt along with tomatoes helps them soften faster.

  • Cooking tipStir Continuously After Adding Eggs

    Stir continuously after adding eggs to prevent sticking and ensure a crumbly texture.

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