Paneer Bhurji

Paneer Bhurji is a flavor-packed, quick, and protein-rich Indian vegetarian dish made with crumbled paneer (Indian cottage cheese) sautéed with aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and a hint of heat from green chilies. This easy-to-make recipe combines soft, creamy paneer with the vibrant flavors of onions, tomatoes, and green bell peppers, all brought together with classic Indian spices like turmeric, cumin, and garam masala. Perfect for busy weeknights, it comes together in just 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with warm roti, buttery parathas, or even as a filling for sandwiches and wraps. Bursting with flavor and color, Paneer Bhurji is a versatile dish that will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer (cottage cheese)
• 1 large Onion
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 medium Green bell pepper (capsicum)
• 2 small Green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Begin by crumbling the paneer and set it aside. You can do this by hand or using a grater.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, tomato, green bell pepper, and green chilies. Set them aside.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the ginger-garlic paste to the onions and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped green bell pepper and green chilies. Sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground cumin, and salt. Mix well and cook for another minute.

Step 8

Lower the heat and add the crumbled paneer. Mix everything gently so the paneer integrates well with the spices.

Step 9

Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the paneer is heated through. Be careful not to overcook, as paneer can become chewy.

Step 10

Sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Cook for another minute.

Step 11

Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Step 12

Serve the paneer bhurji hot with roti, paratha, or as a side with dal and rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(762.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1112.4

Total Fat 82.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 140mg	0%
Sodium 3603.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 52.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 637.3mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1343.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.6%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 18.4%