Paneer (Cottage Cheese) Bhurji
Servings: 2
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There is more to Punjabi cuisine than just tandoori chicken. Quick and easy to rustle up, Paneer Bhurji is also a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 200 gms paneer (cottage cheese)
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 medium tomato finely chopped
- 1 green chili finely chopped
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chilies powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
Instructions
- Crumb the paneer and keep aside.
- Parboil the peas and keep aside. If using frozen peas, you can use them directly after thawing.
- Heat oil in a pan. Add in the chopped onions and saute until translucent. Add in the tomatoes and peas and cook for a minute.
- Add in the salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, and turmeric.
- Add in the paneer next and mix well.
- Cook until done and serve hot.
Notes
- If the paneer seems too dry, add in a tablespoon or two of curd.
- The leftover works great as toasties for kids.
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April 18, 2020 @ 12:07 pm
I have eaten paneer tikka and other paneer dishes like palak paneer quite often but do not remember trying out paneer bhurji. Your recipe sounds yummy…
April 18, 2020 @ 7:00 pm
Thank you, Jai. You must try it out.
April 18, 2020 @ 3:11 pm
Must try again! I made Okra from your yesterday’s recipe Aunty, and it turned out so good. My family loved it. Thank you so much. Your recipes are a great help especially in these times when we have so much opportunity to experiment in kitchen.
April 18, 2020 @ 7:02 pm
Thank you so much Jyoti. It made my day. 😀 I am really glad your family liked it. God bless you all.
April 18, 2020 @ 3:56 pm
I made paneer bhurji seeing videos from YouTube a couple of months back. My son is very fond of anything that has been paneer in it. I’m making this for him tomo.
April 18, 2020 @ 7:02 pm
Thank you Sonia. I hope he enjoys it. Tell me how it turns out.
April 18, 2020 @ 6:01 pm
Such a simple and quick preparation. We tried the bhindi today and it turned out wonderful. Thank you aunty!
April 18, 2020 @ 7:04 pm
Thank you beta. I am really glad you are enjoying the recipes.
April 18, 2020 @ 9:00 pm
This is a favourite! Goes well with bread, roti or rice 🙂
Have made it many times.
Take care.
April 20, 2020 @ 12:16 pm
Thank you Anita. We love it with paranthas. 😀
April 18, 2020 @ 9:31 pm
Egg bhurji and paneer bhurji are an all time favorites. You’ve made my mouth water now. Hahaha
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April 20, 2020 @ 12:17 pm
Thank you Sundeep
April 18, 2020 @ 9:54 pm
One of the most liked dish at our place. It gives a sense of extreme satisfaction. Yours is looking too tempting aunty. Regards.
April 20, 2020 @ 12:17 pm
Thank you beta.
April 19, 2020 @ 12:53 am
Mmmm! I have a big block of paneer in the freezer just waiting for a recipe. I’ll add yours to my meals for next week. Thank you! 🙂
April 20, 2020 @ 12:18 pm
That is great, Lael. Tell me how it turns out.
April 21, 2020 @ 12:50 am
I sure will!
April 19, 2020 @ 1:16 am
Paneer Bhurji is my handy option whenever I am running out of veggies or if I want something quick. Whenever is leftover goes as a filling in Frankie…
April 20, 2020 @ 12:19 pm
Frankie is a good idea. Thank you, Alpana.
April 19, 2020 @ 5:15 pm
my kids favorite. will try it with your version !!!
April 20, 2020 @ 12:20 pm
Thank you Jyoti.
April 19, 2020 @ 10:42 pm
hmmmm never thought of heating up cottage cheese/paneer…..have to try it! Thanks!
April 20, 2020 @ 12:20 pm
Thank you Kathe. Do try it out.
April 20, 2020 @ 10:43 pm
This one is my husband’s favorite recipe and i often make this with paratha. your and mine recipe is similar. glad to get connected with this challenge.
April 21, 2020 @ 4:50 pm
Glad to meet you too, beta. I love your healthy recipes.