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Paneer Bhurji

Cultural Context

Originating from North India, Paneer Bhurji is a popular dish made with crumbled paneer, often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack. It showcases the versatility of paneer, a fresh cheese that is a staple in Indian cuisine, and is often served with bread or parathas. Today, it has gained popularity beyond India, with variations appearing in vegetarian menus worldwide.

IndianINmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 medium sized onion (finely chopped)
salt to taste
1 green chilli (finely chopped)
1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
½ tsp kashmiri red chilli powder
1 medium sized tomato (finely chopped)
¼ tsp turmeric
½ tsp garam masala powder
2 cups paneer (crumbled)
1 tsp kasuri methi (crushed)
2 tbsp coriander leaves (finely chopped)

paneer

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Tofu is lower in calories and can mimic the texture of paneer.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley provides a similar flavor profile and is often more accessible.

1

Firstly, in a large kadai heat oil and saute cumin seeds till they turn aromatic.

2

Further add onions, green chilli and ginger-garlic paste.

3

Saute well till the onions turn slightly golden brown.

4

Now add tomatoes and saute till they turn soft and mushy.

5

Additionally, add ½ tsp red chilli powder, ¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp garam masala powder and salt to taste.

6

Roast the spices on low flame for a minute.

7

Furthermore add crumbled paneer and mix gently.

8

Mix gently without mashing out paneer.

9

Cover and simmer for 3 minutes till the paneer gets cooked well. Do not over cook paneer, as they turn hard and chewy.

10

Also add crushed kasuri methi and coriander leaves.

11

Mix gently, making sure everything is combined well.

12

Finally, serve paneer bhurji hot with chapathi or paratha.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

kadai

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Paneer Bhurji MasalaScrambled Paneer

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