Panner Bhurji Recipe
Panner Bhurji is a popular Indian dish made with crumble panner (Indian cottage cheese) cooked with tomato , onion and a blend of aromatic spices . It is a quick and easy recipe that can be enjoyed as a dish or as filling for sandwich and wraps . The crumbled panner adds a creamy and rich texture to the dish , while the spices infuse it with a burst of flavors . Panner Bhurji is a versatile dish that can be customized . Follow the step and let’s make Panner Bhurji recipe
Ingredients
500 Gram panner
2 Tablespoon butter
1 Teaspoon oil
1 Tablespoon gram flour
2 Medium size chopped onion
2 Medium size chopped tomato
1-2 Chopped green chili
Salt to taste 4
1/2 Tablespoon turmeric powder
1 Tablespoon red chili powder
As needed hot water
As needed coriander leaves
1-2 Fresh cream (optional)
Kasuri methi a pinch
Step:1
Ina a pan add , 2 tablespoon , 1 tablespoon oil , heat the butter completely melts
Step:2
Further add 1 tablespoon gram flour and lightly roast it on medium flame , the gram flour acts like a binding agent as it holds the water that releases from the paneer
Step:3
Now add 2 chopped onion , 2 tomato ,1-2 green chili and ginger , stir well and cook on high flame 1-2 minutes
Step:4
And then add salt , 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon red chili powder , 1 teaspoon garam masala , stir well cook for 1-2 minutes then add hot water as needed
Step:5
Once you have cooked the masala add the panner into the pan by curmbling it with your hand along with a small handful of fresh coriander , mix the panner well with the masala and add hot water as needed to adjust the consistency of the bhurji and cook for 1-2 minutes
Step:6
Further add the fresh cream & kasuri methi, give it a nice stir & finish by sprinkling some more fresh coriander. . Your paneer bhurji is ready serve it and enjoy the panner bhurji
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FAQs
1. What type of paneer works best
Best Choices:
Fresh homemade paneer (soft & crumbly)
Store-bought firm paneer (grate or crumble)
Tofu (for vegan version)
2. How to prevent paneer from becoming rubbery
Cook on medium heat (not high flame)
Add splash of milk/water while cooking
Don’t overcook (add paneer last)
3. Can I make it without onions/garlic
Jain Version:
Use capsicum & tomatoes as base
Flavor with ajwain + kasuri methi
Garnish with fresh coconut
4. Why is my bhurji too dry
Saute veggies first to release moisture
Add tomato puree or grated tomatoes
Drizzle oil/ghee at end
5. Best spices for authentic flavor
Essential: Turmeric, cumin, coriander powder
Flavor boosters: Garam masala, chaat masala
Herbs: Fresh coriander, curry leaves
6. How to make it creamier
Add 1 tbsp fresh cream
Mix in mashed tofu
Stir in yogurt (off heat)
Conclusion
Paneer Bhurji is the ultimate 15-minute protein-packed dish that’s
Versatile (breakfast/lunch/dinner)
Kid-friendly (mild flavors)
Customizable (spicy or mild)