Methi Matar Paneer Bhurji
Methi Matar Paneer Bhurji - featuring seasonal winter veggies, this paneer bhurji is a quick and easy weeknight go-to! Enjoy it with some naan or paratha to savour the fresh methi and peas and this is sure to be a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup paneer , crumbled (or fresh cottage cheese)
- 1 cup methi (fenugreek leaves) , lightly packed
- 2 small onions , finely chopped
- 3 medium tomatoes , finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green bell peppers , finely chopped
- 1/4 cup peas , fresh (boiled) or frozen
- 2 tbsp cilantro , finely chopped
- 2 tbsp yogurt , beaten
- 1/4 cup milk , or as needed
- 2-3 tbsp water
- 3 tbsp ghee , or oil
- 2 dried red chilies
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tsp green chilies , finely chopped
- 2 tsp ginger , minced
- 2 tsp garlic , minced
- 1 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp kasoori methi
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- salt , to taste
Instructions
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In a large pan on medium flame add ghee, dried red chilies and cumin seeds. When they start crackling, add in ginger, garlic and green chilies and let them sauté for 1 minute.
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Then, add onions and sauté for 2 minutes until they are translucent.
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Now, add in tomatoes, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder and kasoori methi, and saute for 2 minutes.
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Add 2-3 tbsp water and cover the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on medium heat until the tomatoes are soft.
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Add in the methi leaves and cilantro and sauté for 2 minutes.
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Then, add in the green bell peppers, peas, and yogurt, and sauté for 2 minutes.
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Now, add in the crumbled paneer (or cottage cheese) and mix in gently.
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Slowly add in milk (as needed) and mix until well combined and you get a velvety consistency.
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Mix in the salt and garam masala and cook for 2 minutes. Switch off the gas.
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Your Methi Matar Paneer Bhurji is ready. Garnish with microgreens and cilantro and enjoy it fresh with some paratha or naan bread!
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
- Methi Matar Paneer Bhurji tastes the best when enjoyed fresh.
- The vegtables should be crunchy, don't overcook them.