Paneer Bhurji

Paneer Bhurji Video by Tarla Dalal

1. If you like this Paneer Bhurji recipe ( dry paneer bhurji), you can also try out other recipes using paneer from our collection like:
   • Paneer Pasanda
   • Cabbage and Paneer rolls
   • Palak Paneer
    

1. 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.
   
2. When the seeds crackle, add the onions. These onions are finely chopped to get a better mouthfeel.
   
3. Now add the green chillies as well to the Paneer Bhurji.
   
4. Mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes or till the onions are translucent.
   
5. Now add the tomatoes. These are finely chopped as well. If you want, you can cut them a little larger as well.
   
6. 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.
   
7. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
   
8. Now add the pav bhaji masala. You can buy the masala from outside or make Pav bhaji Masala at home.
   
9. Also add the turmeric powder to the Paneer Bhurji for a beautiful color.
   
10. Add the chilli powder for a spicy kick.
    
11. Add 1 tbsp of water as well to prevent the masalas from burning.
    
12. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring continuously so the masalas do not burn.
    
13. 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. 
    
14. Add the salt.
    
15. We are also adding fresh coriander to the Paneer Bhurji for a brighter taste.
    
16. And finally add 1 tbsp of water.
    
17. 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.
    
18. Serve the Paneer Bhurji hot with Pav.