Fragrant Indian Paneer Bhurji with Cilantro and Tomato
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
For the Serving
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
Fragrant Indian Paneer Bhurji with Cilantro and Tomato
Fragrant Indian Paneer Bhurji with Cilantro and Tomato
Serve
Serve Paneer Bhurji hot alongside buttered and toasted bread or rolls, garnished with extra cilantro.