Paneer Bhurji Recipe | Healthy Home Recipe

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Paneer Bhurji is a versatile and quick-to-make dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. Paneer Bhurji is known for its rich, flavorful profile and can be adjusted in spiciness to suit different palates.

It can be served with Indian breads like roti, naan, or paratha, and can also be paired with rice. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein, making it a nutritious choice for vegetarians.

Paneer Bhurji Recipe: Ingredients

1) 100 grams Paneer (Cottage Cheese)

2) 2 Tomatoes

3) 1 Onion (optional)

4) 1 Capsicum (optional)

5) 1-1.5 Tablespoon Ghee/Refined Oil/Butter

6) 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds

7) 1/2 Teaspoon each (Turmeric Powder, Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder, and Garam Masala)

8) 1-2 Teaspoons of Table Salt (as per the taste)

9) 4-5 Corriander Leaves (optional or could be used for Garnishing)

10) 1 Green Chilli

Paneer Bhurji Recipe: Preparation and Cooking Instructions

1) Heat the Ghee/Refined Oil/Butter in a utensil over a medium flame for half a minute.

2) Add Cumin Seeds, and heat for another half a minute.

(If Onion is being used, so add it separately before Step 3 and heat until it starts turning into a golden/brownish color)

3) Add Turmeric Powder, Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder, and Garam Masala each along with the Chopped Tomatoes, Capsicum, and Green Chilli.

(You can Add Chopped Corriander leaves here as well)

4) Just after Step 3, Add Table Salt as per taste. Keep Stirring the mixture slowly and allow it to cook for at least 6-8 minutes or until the entire mixture looks sauteed.

5) Turn the flame low then Add the Mashed Paneer into the mixture, and mix the entire content well.

6) Use the Corriander leaves to garnish the Tasty Paneer Bhurji Dish.

Paneer Bhurji Recipe: Nutrition Information

  • Calories: 500-600
  • Protein: 15-20g
  • Fat: 25-30g

Enjoy the Meal!