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Tarla Dalal
14 September, 2019
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About Paneer Bhurji
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If you like this Paneer Bhurji
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How to make Paneeer Bhurji
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Nutrient values
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paneer bhurji is made from paneer, tomatoes, onions, spices and pav bhaji masala which are cooked together on a non stick tava.
Paneer bhurji is a popular preparation loved by Indians across the world. It is an easy, spicy dish that tastes great with bread and parathas!
Down South, dry paneer bhurji is sometimes used as a stuffing for dosas to make paneer dosa, similar to the aloo-filled Masala Dosa!
The most important tip for making fantastic paneer bhurji is to use fresh cottage cheese, and make the bhurji just before serving, otherwise it tends to get a little soggy. We suggest you make your paneer at home and follow ourhomemade paneer recipe.
We love paneer bhurji as it is healthy. Paneer contains high quality protein and calcium which aids in weight loss. Since paneer is low in carbs and high in protein it gets digested slowly and hence good for diabetics. potassium in paneer helps to reduce the effect of high sodium, by lowering blood pressure.
Have Paneer Bhurji with with Indian breads like Chapati or Plain Paratha accompained with pickles and raita of your choice.
Learn how to make paneer bhurji | dry paneer bhurji with detailed step by step photos and video below.
Paneer Bhurji recipe - How to make Paneer Bhurji
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Preparation Time
10 Mins
Cooking Time
9 Mins
Total Time
19 Mins
Makes
2 servings
Ingredients
For Paneer Bhurji
1 cup mashed paneer (cottage cheese)
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped tomato
1/2 tsp pav bhaji masala
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
salt to taste
Method
For paneer bhurji
- To make paneer bhurji, heat the oil on a tava (griddle) and add the cumin seeds.
- When the seeds crackle, add the onions and sauté on a high flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, 2 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
- Add the pav bhaji masala, turmeric powder, chilli powder, green chillies and 1 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
- Add the paneer, salt and coriander and 1 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Serve the paneer bhurji hot.
paneer bhurji | dry paneer bhurji | how to make paneer bhurji | Video by Tarla Dalal
Paneer Bhurji recipe with step by step photos
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To make dry paneer bhurji, first heat the oil in a tava (griddle) or a broad non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds. We have used 2 tablespoons oil in the dry paneer bhurji recipe and if you are diabetic, heart or looking to loose weight cut the oil by half. We also suggest you use peanut oil. Peanut oil has the highest amount of MUFA (around 49%) amongst most Indian common cooking oils.
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When the seeds crackle, add the onions. These onions are finely chopped to get a better mouthfeel.
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Now add the green chillies as well to the Paneer Bhurji.
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Mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes or till the onions are translucent.
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Now add the tomatoes. These are finely chopped as well. If you want, you can cut them a little larger as well.
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Also add 2 tbsp of water to the pan. This will not only prevent the tomatoes from burning but it will also cook the tomatoes faster.
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Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
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Now add the pav bhaji masala. You can buy the masala from outside or make Pav bhaji Masala at home.
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Also add the turmeric powder to the Paneer Bhurji for a beautiful color.
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Add the chilli powder for a spicy kick.
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Add 1 tbsp of water as well to prevent the masalas from burning.
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Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring continuously so the masalas do not burn.
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Now add the paneer. This paneer is crumbled and broken down into small pieces for a better mouth feel of the Paneer Bhurji. If you are diabetic, heart or looking to loose weight then use low fat paneer instead of full fat paneer. See our low fat paneer recipe.
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Add the salt.
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We are also adding fresh coriander to the Paneer Bhurji for a brighter taste.
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And finally add 1 tbsp of water.
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Mix well and cook the Paneer Bhurji on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Make sure all masalas are mixed well properly.
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Serve the Paneer Bhurji hot with Pav.
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To make dry paneer bhurji, first heat the oil in a tava (griddle) or a broad non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds. We have used 2 tablespoons oil in the dry paneer bhurji recipe and if you are diabetic, heart or looking to loose weight cut the oil by half. We also suggest you use peanut oil. Peanut oil has the highest amount of MUFA (around 49%) amongst most Indian common cooking oils.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
| Energy | 370 cal |
| Protein | 10.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 31.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg |
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Archana M
Oct. 2, 2021, 11:40 p.m.
A lovely cottage cheese bhurji.. simply delicious, with a spicy flavour. Goes well with any paratha or naan. A must try.
kavita potdar
Sept. 26, 2020, 9:03 p.m.
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Sairandhree
Aug. 9, 2020, 3:34 p.m.
Very tasty looks like hotel tastes like hotel very tempting I think everyone should at least try it once quick and easy
Tarla Dalal
Aug. 9, 2020, 3:34 p.m.
Sairandhree thanks so much for trying our recipe, it means a lot to us.
Loves Food
April 15, 2020, 3:27 p.m.
thanks for the calories information of paneer bhurji
Haren Bhatt
April 12, 2020, 8:51 a.m.
Tarla Dalal
April 12, 2020, 8:51 a.m.
Thanks for the feedback !!! keep reviewing recipes and articles you loved.
Kala
March 2, 2020, 9:11 a.m.
Foodie #606721
Oct. 18, 2019, 10:48 a.m.
Excellent , Thank you very much
neha shah
June 20, 2019, 2:36 p.m.
this is one of ur fool proof recipe which never fails in my house when I have guests over..
Love good recipes
March 5, 2019, 3:37 p.m.
Paneer in this form is healthy and the bhurji was fast to make. Perfect protein requirement for a vegetarian.
krupa velani
Dec. 14, 2018, 9:11 a.m.
absolutely delicious recipe of paneer bhurji...
Sweta
Dec. 4, 2018, 9:36 a.m.
So nice recipe ,I tried it turns out yummy .Thanks for this recipe
Foodie #633809
July 12, 2018, 4:14 p.m.
Love this recipe.
Dk recipe
March 28, 2017, 9:01 a.m.
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Kavita vimal modi
Sept. 14, 2016, 3:24 p.m.
Yes I will try this recipe and very testful. All my family members like it very much
Anuj kushwaha
June 20, 2016, 5:13 p.m.
Your recipe is very good _x0001F60A__x0001F60A_
Monica
June 7, 2016, 1:28 p.m.
Live in LA and thanks for your detailed health benefits write up. Including more of Chawli in my weekly cooking plans.
Moni
May 20, 2016, 11:05 a.m.
Tarla Dalal
May 20, 2016, 11:05 a.m.
Thanks for the feedback !!! Keep reviewing recipes and articles you loved.
Foodie #677756
April 4, 2016, 8:57 p.m.
mamta
March 22, 2016, 4:56 p.m.
hi mam kya aap mujhe apke site pr guest post likhne ka mauka de sekti hain?
Rita Shah
Jan. 26, 2016, 11:59 a.m.
This is very quick easy to make and tasty recipe.I tried it was loved by all.
Tarla Dalal
Jan. 26, 2016, 11:59 a.m.
Hi Rita, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!
Foodie #643593
Jan. 17, 2016, 3:04 p.m.
Love this recipe. wife is out of town so thought of trying paneer bhurji first time.. recipe is perfect.. I really enjoyed my lunch :)
Tarla Dalal
Jan. 17, 2016, 3:04 p.m.
Glad the recipe worked out. Keep trying recipes and we would love to have your comments.
Rajesh Pandey
Jan. 14, 2016, 4:55 p.m.
I tried this recipe and my family loved it. Good you have a fabulous choice of Hindi recipes.
nupoorpatil
Jan. 11, 2016, 12:52 p.m.
Foodie #677199
Jan. 5, 2016, 12:50 p.m.
Vanaja
Oct. 14, 2015, 9:05 a.m.
Priya
Aug. 13, 2015, 10:26 a.m.
Damn tasty ??? I love all ur recipes, it tastes so good ???? Yummy pummy ?? One & only ur receipee.. ??
Tarla Dalal
Aug. 13, 2015, 10:26 a.m.
Hi Priya, Glad the recipe Paneer Bhurji worked out. Keep trying recipes and we would love to have your comments.
jyoti
July 21, 2015, 4:46 p.m.
can u also mention the quantity of salt to be added.As a new learner the correct amount of salt to b used is very important.
Foodie #654305
March 3, 2015, 5:21 p.m.
Foodie #670565
April 3, 2014, 12:36 p.m.
I tried with some boiled n semi crushed sweet corn and chaat masala .. it came to be super yummy.. thanks Tarla dalal
Tarla Dalal
April 3, 2014, 12:36 p.m.
Great to hear that. Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!
Heeral
April 17, 2013, 1:16 p.m.
Wonderful, delicious recipe. Always love your recipes.
Heeral
April 17, 2013, 10:02 a.m.
kumudini bhangde
March 16, 2013, 10:32 a.m.
Krupa
March 15, 2013, 2:52 p.m.
Tried this one today. It turned out very yummy. I tweaked it slightly to add capsicum after adding paneer and cooking it just enough to retain their crunchy texture. Served with chapati. Thank you for sharing an amazingly tasty simple recipe.
Tarla Dalal
March 15, 2013, 2:52 p.m.
Hi Krupa, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!
Pooja lohiya
May 12, 2012, 12:57 p.m.
Paneer bhurji came out to be amazing... Mouthwatering dish. The most amazing part it doesn''t take much time. One of the best option for working people..fast n easy ;)
Tarla Dalal
May 12, 2012, 12:57 p.m.
Hi, We are very happy to know you loved the recipe. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how they turned out. Happy Cooking !
chhaya good
April 30, 2012, 8:59 a.m.
pinky
April 28, 2012, 1:25 p.m.
Paneer bhurgi hai badi mast...
Ashish Govind
Oct. 26, 2011, 5:18 p.m.
Made it today and everyone loved it. :) thanks alot.
Tarla Dalal
Oct. 26, 2011, 5:18 p.m.
Hi Ashish, Glad to know that everyone loved the recipe. Do try some more recipes and keep sharing your feedback. Happy Cooking!!!
Foodie #657791
Dec. 27, 2010, 11:19 p.m.
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