15-Minute Paneer Bhurji Recipe To Elevate Lunch Or Dinner Scenes

By Krati Purwar

April 23, 2025

When you are in a hurry or not at all in the mood to cook, you need recipes that can be whipped up in a jiffy, like paneer bhurji. This protein-rich and creamy savoury delight pairs well with parathas and tastes absolutely delicious.

Ingredients

100 grams of paneer ½ cup milk 1.5 tbsp besan Salt to taste ½ tsp garlic powder ½-inch ginger 1 chopped green chilli ½ tsp red chilli powder 1 chopped onion, tomato 1 tbsp coriander leaves 1 tsp coriander powder ¼ tsp turmeric, cumin seeds 1 tbsp oil or butter

Step 1

Heat oil in a kadhai and add cumin seeds, ginger, and turmeric powder.

Step 2

Saute onions until they caramelise. Add tomatoes and other powdered spices.

Step 3

When tomatoes start getting mushy, add besan and cook the ingredients.

Step 4

Add milk after a minute to deglaze the kadhai. Let the mixture thicken.

Step 5

Add crumbled paneer and coriander leaves. Let the bhurji cook for 5 minutes.

Step 6

You can add more milk or a little bit of water to adjust the consistency. Add the salt, turn off the flame, and serve.