paneer bhurji recipe
This paneer bhurji recipe is warm, aromatic, and packed with comforting spices—all in under 20 minutes. Whether you're a vegetarian, craving bold flavors, or seeking quick protein, you won’t be disappointed.
Ingredients
- Fresh & Veggies:
- 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 1–2 green chilies sliced (adjust for spice)
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger garlic paste
- 2 medium tomatoes chopped
- Spices & Paneer:
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder or to taste
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon pav bhaji masala optional, but adds depth
- Salt to taste
- 250 g about 9 oz crumbled paneer (fresh or store‑bought)
- Garnish & Finish:
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Lemon juice a squeeze at the end
Instructions
- Heat Oil & Toast Cumin (2 minutes)
- Heat oil or ghee in a skillet over medium‑high heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Sauté Onions & Peppers (3 minutes)
- Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and green chilies. Cook for 3–4 minutes until onions soften and peppers start to shrink.
- Add Ginger-Garlic & Tomatoes (2 minutes)
- Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for 30 seconds. Then add tomatoes and sauté until they turn pulpy—about 2 minutes.
- Add Spices (1 minute)
- Sprinkle in turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, pav bhaji masala (if using), and salt. Stir well and simmer for a minute.
- Add Crumbled Paneer (3 minutes)
- Reduce heat to medium, stir in crumbled paneer, and toss gently to coat evenly in the spice mix. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish & Serve (1 minute)
- Turn off the heat. Squeeze in lemon juice, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot alongside roti, pav, or toasted sandwich bread.
Notes
- Tip: Use medium‑firm paneer that crumbles easily—fresh homemade paneer works wonderfully!
- Pro Hack: Add a teaspoon of butter at the end for shine and extra richness.
- Presentation tip: Serve on a platter with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges for a colorful finish.