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Paneer Bhurji (Indian Scrambled Cottage Cheese)

Elina James
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For Paneer Bhurji
  • 250 g paneer, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons oil or butter
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1–2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped or pureed
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • For Garnish
  • Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for richness)

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil or butter in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  • Add onions and sauté until golden.
  • Stir in green chilies and ginger-garlic paste; cook until aromatic.
  • Add tomatoes and spices; cook until oil separates.
  • Add crumbled paneer and mix gently.
  • Cook for 3–5 minutes, adjust seasoning, and finish with garam masala and butter.