Whip Up a Healthy and Tasty Meal with This Easy-to-Follow Recipe
MOHALI: Looking for a scrumptious and nutritious dish to prepare? Try the Spinach Paneer Bhurji, a flavorful and hearty recipe that's quick and easy to make. This dish combines the goodness of spinach and paneer (cottage cheese) with a blend of aromatic spices, creating a delectable meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.
-- Ingredients:
Spinach
Oil
Cumin seeds
Onion
Tomato
Coriander powder
Paneer (cottage cheese)
Red chilli powder
Turmeric
Garam masala
Green chillies
A small piece of cinnamon
Bay leaf
Chopped green coriander
Salt to taste
-- Preparation:
- Begin by heating oil in a frying pan. Once it's hot, add cumin seeds. Let them sizzle until they turn a lovely shade of brown.
- Next, add finely chopped ginger, green chillies, bay leaf, and a small piece of cinnamon. Allow these spices to infuse the oil, creating a fragrant base for your dish.
- Now, add finely chopped onions to the pan and sauté them until they become golden brown. This step enhances the flavor of the bhurji.
- Sprinkle in the red chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric, and salt. Stir these spices into the onion mixture, creating a rich and aromatic blend.
- Mix well and let the spices cook for about a minute, allowing them to release their full flavors.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan, cover it, and cook until they turn soft. This process helps create a luscious tomato base for the bhurji.
- Incorporate the chopped spinach into the mixture and cook for a short duration. Spinach wilts quickly, so you won't need much time for this step.
- Gently crumble the paneer into the pan, ensuring an even distribution of this creamy delight.
- Add garam masala and a generous helping of fresh coriander to your bhurji. Cover the frypan and let it simmer for a while, allowing the flavors to meld.
In just a few simple steps, your Spinach Paneer Bhurji is ready to be enjoyed. This dish combines the earthy goodness of spinach, the creamy richness of paneer, and a symphony of spices to create a meal that's both wholesome and bursting with flavor. Serve it with your choice of bread or rice for a satisfying and balanced dining experience.
