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Paneer Bhurji/Tofu Crumble Stir Fry

Aanchal Gupta
Paneer Bhurji without ginger garlic and few ingredients makes it a very easy and delicious recipe to put together for weekdays or large parties.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups/300 gms/10 oz of grated paneer tofu crumbles for a vegan option
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 and 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes 3 medium/2 large tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped Green Bell Pepper
  • 1/4 cup canned crushed tomato
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds/jeera
  • 1/2 tsp minced green chilies
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder/haldi
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chili Powder/ lal Mirch powder
  • 1 and 1/4 tsp or as per taste
  • 3 tbsp oil

Instructions
 

  • In a pan heat oil, add cumin. When it crackles add the minced green chilies and stir
  • Add onions and cook till pink/light golden
  • Add tomatoes and cook till they turn soft
  • Add bell peppers and all spices(turmeric,red chili powder and salt)
  • Add crushed tomatoes and mix well
  • Add grated paneer/tofu and mix well
  • Add water and bring to a boil
  • Add chopped cilantro and cook for a few minutes till flavors blend in

Notes

For vegan option, use extra firm tofu.You can choose to only use fresh tomatoes or only use canned tomatoes or a mix of both as written in the recipe. Canned tomatoes give good color to the dish. I have made it with just canned tomatoes when I don't have fresh ones at home or just need to make a quick dish. I don't find much difference between the two. Add a little more water if you like a bit more curry, but this dish is generally on the thicker side.Makes a great filling for a wrap or quesadilla. If using as a filling for wrap/quesadilla, you can skip the water or add very little.
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