About this paneer bhurji recipe
Paneer Bhurji is a popular North Indian dish made with crumbled or freshly grated paneer, cooked with onions, tomatoes, and mildly spiced with aromatic Indian flavors. It’s a quick, flavorful, and protein-rich vegetarian dish that’s simple to prepare.
Recipe highlights –
- Healthy and protein-rich
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Vegetarian and gluten-free
- Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner
- Versatile—can be used in wraps, sandwiches or as a stuffing
This recipe is a vegetarian adaptation of the classic Indian scrambled eggs dish, ‘Bhurji,’ with paneer serving as a delicious alternative. It’s a dry, stir-fried preparation that’s perfect for busy days when you need a tasty meal with minimal effort.
Main ingredients for paneer bhurji
The key ingredient is paneer (Indian cottage cheese), one of the most commonly used cheeses in Indian cuisine. For the best flavor and texture, use fresh homemade paneer, either grated or crumbled.
The paneer is cooked in a stir-fried masala made with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of Indian spices like ginger, garlic, coriander powder, and garam masala. Fresh coriander leaves and a squeeze of lemon juice can be added at the end for freshness and flavor.
The dish is simple & mildly flavored in general, but you can also add some pav bhaji masala to it for a different spicier flavor.
Nutrition value of paneer bhurji
Paneer has a myriad of health benefits, and is an excellent source of protein, making it a great choice for vegetarians. It also provides calcium, which supports bone health, and essential nutrients to keep you energized throughout the day.
Low in carbohydrates and high in healthy fats, this dish fits well into low-carb diets. It’s ideal for weight-conscious individuals and diabetics who want a satisfying yet balanced meal.
For added nutrition, vegetables like spinach, carrots, peas, or beans can be included. Paneer can also be substituted with tofu for a vegan-friendly version without compromising taste or health benefits.
How to eat paneer bhurji?
Paneer Bhurji is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways :
- Serve it as a breakfast or snack with a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Pair it with Indian breads like roti, phulkas, naan, or puri, or serve it alongside steamed rice.
- Use it as stuffing for dosa to make paneer dosa, akin to the more popular and dominant potato filled masala dosa.
- Fill it in kathi rolls or wraps with some thinly sliced onions, carrots, green chutney, ketchup and chaat masala for a delicious frankie.
- Make a grilled sandwich by adding sliced onions, tomatoes, and cheese along with paneer bhurji for a flavorful filling.
To make paneer bhurji at home take a look at the video or follow the detailed step by step recipe with photos posted below.
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Ingredients For Paneer Bhurji Recipe
- 250 gm Paneer
- 1 Medium Sized Onion
- 1 Large Tomato
- 1 Green Chilli
- 1 Teaspoon Ginger Paste
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Paste
- 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
- 1/4 Teaspoon Heeng (Asafoetida)
- 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder (Haldi)
- 3/4 Teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Coriander Powder (Dhaniya Powder)
- 1/2 Teaspoon Garam Masala
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1/4 Cup Coriander Leaves (Cilantro or Dhaniya)
- 1 Tablespoon Cooking Oil
Step By Step Instructions for Paneer Bhurji Recipe
- Heat oil in a pan on medium heat and add cumin seeds (jeera) and heeng (asafoetida). Fry the cumin seeds for a few seconds till they start to sputter.1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds (Jeera), 1/4 Teaspoon Heeng (Asafoetida)
- Add finely chopped onions to the pan.1 Medium Sized Onion
- Then add finely chopped green chillies, along with ginger & garlic paste. You can also use fresh minced ginger & garlic.1 Green Chilli, 1 Teaspoon Ginger Paste, 1 Teaspoon Garlic Paste
- Fry the onions for 2-3 mins till they turn translucent.
- Then add finely chopped tomatoes.1 Large Tomato
- Also add turmeric powder (haldi), red chilli powder, coriander powder (dhania powder), garam masala & salt.1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder (Haldi), 3/4 Teaspoon Red Chilli Powder, 1/2 Teaspoon Coriander Powder (Dhaniya Powder), 1/2 Teaspoon Garam Masala, 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- Cook the tomatoes for 2-3 mins till they become soft.
- Next add crumbled paneer to the pan.250 gm Paneer
- Mix the paneer with the onion tomato masala and cook for a couple of minutes.
- Turn off the heat and add finely chopped coriander leaves on top.1/4 Cup Coriander Leaves (Cilantro or Dhaniya)
- Sprinkle some lemon juice and mix everything well.1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- Paneer Bhurji is ready. Serve it hot with lemon wedges on the side, as a healthy breakfast or with roti for lunch or dinner.
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