Amritsari Paneer Bhurji
Amritsari Paneer Bhurji is a flavorful North Indian dish made with crumbled paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked in a rich blend of spices, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Originating from the vibrant cuisine of Amritsar, this version of bhurji is known for its bold flavors, buttery texture, and generous use of desi masalas. Served hot with paratha, naan, or roti, it's a satisfying and protein-rich dish perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.4o
Ingredients
- Oil (तेल) – 2 tbsp
- Gram Flour (बेसन) – 2 tbsp
- Butter (मक्खन) – 3 tbsp
- Onion, chopped (प्याज़) – ½ cup
- Green chilli, chopped (हरि मिर्च) – 2 nos
- Ginger, chopped (अदरक) – 2 tsp
- Turmeric (हल्दी) – ½ tsp
- Chilli Powder (मिर्च पाउडर) – 1½ tsp
- Coriander Powder (धनिया पाउडर) – 1 tbsp
- Cumin Powder (जीरा पाउडर) – ½ tsp
- Tomato, chopped (टमाटर) – ½ cup
- Salt (नमक) – to taste
- Water (पानी) – 1 cup
- Paneer (पनीर) – 200 gms
- Kasoori Methi Powder (कसूरी मेथी पाउडर) – a pinch
- Garam Masala (गरम मसाला)- a pinch
- Coriander, chopped (ताज़ा धनिया) – handful
Accompaniment
- Bread slices
- Onion sliced
- Butter
- Mint chutney
- Green chilli slit
- Coriander sprig
Instructions
- For Amritsari Paneer Bhurji, heat a pan, drizzle some oil and drop in besan to the oil when it’s hot. Roast the besan till it’s light brown and keep it aside.In a hot pan, melt butter and add chopped onions, green chillies, and ginger. Saute until onions for a little while.Add turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Mix well and cook for a minute. Sprinkle some salt Add chopped tomatoes and cook for a while. Don’t overcook it.
- Add the roasted besan and stir it well. Pour the water and cook it till it’s like a semi-dry gravy. Add the grated paneer towards the end. Stir it well and cook the paneer for a while.Sprinkle some kasoori methi powder, garam masala and coriander chopped. Amritsari Paneer bhurji is ready to be enjoyed with bread.
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