Fragrant Indian Paneer Bhurji with Cilantro and Tomato

Name: Fragrant Indian Paneer Bhurji with Cilantro and Tomato
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Paneer; Onion; Tomato; Green chilies; Ginger-garlic paste; Turmeric powder; Red chili powder; Garam masala; Cumin seeds; Salt; Fresh cilantro; Oil; Bread; Butter

A savory scramble of paneer with aromatic spices

Paneer Bhurji is a delicious, spiced scrambled cheese dish perfect for any meal. It's flavored with aromatic spices, fresh cilantro, and juicy tomatoes, bringing the essence of Indian cuisine to your table.

30 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Paneer Bhurji

Paneer

200g, crumbled

Onion

1 large, finely chopped

Tomato

2 medium, diced

Green chilies

2, finely chopped

Ginger-garlic paste

1 tablespoon

Turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon

Red chili powder

1/2 teaspoon

Garam masala

1 teaspoon

Cumin seeds

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

to taste

Fresh cilantro

a small bunch, chopped

Oil

2 tablespoons

For the Serving

Bread

8 slices or rolls

Butter

for toasting bread

Preparation

Prepping the Ingredients

Crumble Paneer

Crumble the paneer into small pieces.

Prepare Vegetables

Dice the tomatoes and chop cilantro.

Chop Onions and Chilies

Finely chop the onions and green chilies.

Preparing the Paneer Bhurji

Temper Cumin Seeds

In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat and add cumin seeds.

Sauté Onions

Once seeds splutter, add onions and sauté until golden brown.

Add Ginger-Garlic and Chilies

Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies; cook until fragrant.

Avoid browning the ginger-garlic paste to prevent bitterness. Pro Tip: Use fresh tomatoes for a juicier and tangier flavor.

Cooking Process

Tempering Spices

Add turmeric and red chili powder to the pan; stir quickly to release their flavors.

Simmering Vegetables

Add tomatoes and salt, cooking until tomatoes soften.

Final Blend

Stir in the crumbled paneer and garam masala; cook for 5-7 minutes. Finish with cilantro.

Plating & Serving