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Tomato puree
Homemade
Onion
roughly chopped
Garlic
Ginger
Turmeric powder
Red Chilli powder
Garam masala powder
Salt
Sunflower Oil
Fresh cream
Cumin seeds
Turmeric powder
Onion
finely chopped
Green Chillies
finely chopped
Ginger
grated
Green Bell Pepper
finely chopped
Tomato
finely chopped
Methi Leaves
finely chopped
Kasuri Methi
Paneer
crumbed
Salt
Red Chilli powder
Sunflower Oil
Coriander Leaves
finely chopped
Prep all ingredients as per instructions.
Make homemade tomato puree and homemade paneer.
Crumble the paneer and keep aside.
Heat a teaspoon of oil in a heavy bottomed pan on medium heat.
Add the roughly chopped onion, garlic and ginger and saute until lightly browned and caramelized.
Allow to cool and grind in a mixer grinder to make a smooth onion paste.
Add little oil to the same pan and add the onion paste back.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala powder. Saute for a few seconds.
Add the tomato puree. Stir well to combine and bring to a boil.
Optionally add a tablespoon of butter for a richer taste.
Add salt and adjust spices to taste.
Stir in the fresh cream, turn off the heat, and keep the gravy mixture aside.
Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan for the Paneer Bhurji.
Add cumin seeds and allow them to crackle.
Add the finely chopped onion, bell peppers, ginger, green chilies, and saute until soft and cooked through.
Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, fenugreek leaves, kasuri methi, and stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes until the methi leaves wilt and soften.
Stir in the crumbled paneer, salt, and chili powder, and combine all ingredients well.
Add the paneer bhurji to the spicy creamy tomato gravy.
Give the Paneer Bhurji Gravy a brisk boil and turn off the heat.
Check the salt and spices and adjust to taste.
Stir in the chopped coriander leaves into the Methi Paneer Bhurji and serve warm.
Serve with Phulkas and a Summer Lettuce Salad.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the spiciness.
Use fresh, high-quality paneer for the best flavor and texture.
Garnish with extra coriander leaves and a drizzle of cream before serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 mins
The gravy can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a bowl garnished with coriander and a swirl of cream.
Serve with Phulkas, Roti, or Naan.
Serve with a side of rice.
Serve with a refreshing salad.
Pairs well with the creamy and spicy flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popular vegetarian dish often served during family gatherings and celebrations.
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