Quick Paneer Bhurji Recipe For A High Protein Meal

By Garima Johar

July 4, 2025

Paneer bhurji, every vegetarian’s go-to meal for a quick protein fix, is classic for a reason. Made with the usual kitchen ingredients and ready in under 15 minutes, here’s how to whip up paneer bhurji.

Ingredients

200 grams paneer, crumbled 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 tbsp coriander leaves Oil for cooking

Step 1

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, green chilli, ginger, and garlic. Saute onions till golden brown.

Step 3

Add chopped tomatoes,  turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and garam masala.

Step 4

Mix in crumbled paneer and cook for a few minutes. Season with salt.

Step 5

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with a roti.