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Masaledar Paneer Bhurji

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A quick, spicy, and flavorful Indian cottage cheese scramble, perfect with roti or paratha.

Ingredients

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  • 200 grams paneer, crumbled
  • 1½ tablespoons oil
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
  • 1 green chilli, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 medium tomato, finely chopped (about ⅓ cup)
  • ¼ cup capsicum or green peas (optional)
  • ⅛ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ to ¾ teaspoon red chilli powder
  • ¾ teaspoon garam masala powder
  • ½ teaspoon kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves, optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons coriander leaves, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
  2. Add chopped onion, green chilli, and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until onions turn translucent and lightly golden.
  3. Add chopped tomato and cook until soft and mushy. Stir in turmeric, salt, red chilli powder, and garam masala. Cook for a minute to roast the spices.
  4. Add crumbled paneer and mix gently. If using, add capsicum or green peas. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally—do not overcook, as paneer can become rubbery.
  5. Sprinkle kasuri methi, lemon juice, and coriander leaves. Mix well and remove from heat. Serve hot with roti or paratha.

Notes

For best texture, use fresh, soft paneer and avoid overcooking. Adjust spice levels to taste. Vegan? Substitute paneer with crumbled tofu.

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