By Garima Johar
October 28, 2026
Made with fresh, crumbled paneer, Amritsari paneer ki bhurji is one of the easiest ways to make a Dhaba-style meal at home. Ready in under 10 minutes, follow this traditional 5-step recipe.
200 grams paneer 1 onion 1 green chilli 1 tomato 1-inch ginger 3-4 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon red chilli powder 1 teaspoon garam masala Salt to taste 2 tablespoons coriander leaves Oil for cooking
Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add the chopped onion, green chilli, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and garam masala.
Mix in crumbled paneer and cook for a few minutes. Season with salt.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with a roti.