Paneer Burji
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 1/2 tsp fennel seeds optional
- 2 small green chilis finely chopped (add more if required)
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 1 tsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp chili powder add more if required
- 1 tsp garam masala add more if required
- 200 grams Paneer grated
- 1 large tomato diced
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice add more if required
- a handful of cilantro leaves finely chopped
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion and tomato
- Grate the paneer
- Heat oil in a pan
- Temper with a teaspoon of cumin and and a teaspoon of coriander seeds
- Now add onions and finely chopped green chilis; fry till onions are golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell dissipates.
- Add turmeric, chili powder, and garam masala. Mix well
- Now add chopped tomatoes. Sauté till oil is released
- Now add the grated paneer and salt. Mix everything thoroughly
- Do not cook the paneer for more than 2 or 3 minutes
- Give it a taste
- Now add the lemon juice and give it all a mix. Give it a taste
- Now add coriander leaves
- Turn off heat