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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.

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Paneer Bhurji recipe - How to make Paneer Bhurji

Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     2Makes 2 servings
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Ingredients

For Paneer Bhurji
1 cup mashed paneer (cottage cheese)
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes
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

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    For paneer bhurji
  1. To make paneer bhurji, heat the oil on a tava (griddle) and add the cumin seeds.
  2. When the seeds crackle, add the onions and sauté on a high flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Add the tomatoes, 2 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Serve the paneer bhurji hot.

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How to make Paneeer Bhurji
  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. 
Accompaniments

Aliv Paratha, Halim Vegetable Paratha 
Aloo Methi Tofu Parathas 
Aloo Paratha, How To Make Aloo Paratha 
Green Moong Dal and Spring Onion Paratha 
Palak Paratha, Punjabi Palak Paratha, Spinach Paratha 

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy370 cal
Protein10.4 g
Carbohydrates10.8 g
Fiber0.9 g
Fat31.7 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium7.2 mg
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Paneer Bhurji
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 on 13 Jul 23 12:29 PM


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Tarla Dalal    Thanks for the feedback !!! keep reviewing recipes and articles you loved.
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17 Jul 23 03:37 PM
Paneer Bhurji
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 on 17 Nov 22 11:01 PM


बहोत ही अच्छे तरीके से समझाया ही पढ़कर अच्छा लगा
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Tarla Dalal    Thanks for the feedback !!!
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18 Nov 22 10:37 AM
Paneer Bhurji
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 on 04 Feb 21 09:19 PM


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05 Feb 21 08:14 PM
Paneer Bhurji
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 on 13 Oct 20 10:30 PM


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Tarla Dalal    Thanks for the feedback !!! keep reviewing recipes and articles you loved.
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14 Oct 20 08:23 AM
Paneer Bhurji
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 on 24 Aug 20 12:31 AM


So nice recipe ,I tried it turns out yummy .Thanks for this recipe
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Paneer Bhurji
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 on 19 Aug 20 01:15 PM


Very tasty looks like hotel tastes like hotel very tempting I think everyone should at least try it once quick and easy
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Tarla Dalal    Sairandhree thanks so much for trying our recipe, it means a lot to us.
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19 Aug 20 02:01 PM
Paneer Bhurji
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 on 11 Apr 20 08:48 AM


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Paneer Bhurji
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 on 07 Jan 20 10:22 PM


Yes I will try this recipe and very testful. All my family members like it very much
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Tarla Dalal    Please do share your feedback after you try the recipe. Happy cooking!
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11 Jan 20 03:34 PM
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 on 20 Jun 19 12:07 AM


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Paneer Bhurji
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 on 03 Jul 18 06:45 PM


this is one of ur fool proof recipe which never fails in my house when I have guests over..
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Tarla Dalal    Hi Neha, 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 !!
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