Name: Paneer Bhurji - Quick & Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2-3 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Oil; 1 tbsp Ghee; 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds; 1, chopped Onion; 1, chopped Green chilli; Few Mint leaves; 1 tsp Ginger garlic paste; 1/2 tsp Chilli powder; 1 tsp Coriander powder; 1/2 tsp Garam masala; 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Pav bhaji masala; to taste Salt; 1, chopped Tomato; 1/4 cup Water; 200 gms Grated paneer (cottage cheese); for garnish Coriander leaves; 1 tsp Kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)

Ready in

25 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

2-3 People

Calories / Serving

~420 kcal

Recipe by she cooks on YouTube

Recipe Summary

This is a quick and easy recipe for Paneer Bhurji, a popular Indian dish made from scrambled cottage cheese cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices. It's a flavorful and protein-rich dish that comes together in minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal.

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All Ingredients - Main Ingredients

Oil 1 tbsp
Ghee 1 tbsp
Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp
Onion 1, chopped
Green chilli 1, chopped
Mint leaves Few
Ginger garlic paste 1 tsp
Chilli powder 1/2 tsp
Coriander powder 1 tsp
Garam masala 1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
Pav bhaji masala 1 tsp
Salt to taste
Tomato 1, chopped
Water 1/4 cup
Grated paneer (cottage cheese) 200 gms
Coriander leaves for garnish
Kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) 1 tsp

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sauté Aromatics

Heat oil and ghee in a pan. Once hot, add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then, add chopped onion, green chilli, mint leaves, and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté for until the onions turn translucent.

Step 2: Add Spices

Add chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, pav bhaji masala, and salt to taste. Mix well and sauté for one minute until the raw smell of the spices disappears.

Step 3: Cook Tomatoes

Add the chopped tomato and sauté for . Then, add 1/4 cup of water, mix, and cook for until the tomatoes are soft and the masala thickens.

Step 4: Add Paneer

Add the 200 gms of grated paneer to the pan. Mix it gently with the masala until everything is well combined.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and crush kasuri methi between your palms before adding it to the pan. Mix well one last time and serve hot with roti or pav.

Pro Tips

• Use fresh, soft paneer for the best texture.

• Adjust the amount of green chilli and chilli powder to suit your spice preference.

• Do not overcook the paneer, as it can become chewy.

Recipe Variations

• Add finely chopped bell peppers (capsicum) along with the onions for extra crunch and flavor.

• Add 1/4 cup of green peas along with the tomatoes for a classic variation.

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