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Paneer bhurji is a popular North Indian dish where paneer (cottage cheese) is scrambled and cooked with spices. This version elevates it by adding palak (spinach), making it even healthier and more nutritious. Spinach not only gives it a vibrant green color but also adds iron, fibre, and antioxidants to the dish.
The recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients like onions, tomatoes, garlic, and green chilies. It is lightly spiced with turmeric, cumin, and garam masala, keeping the flavors homely and comforting. The texture is soft yet slightly chunky, with paneer and spinach blending beautifully.
Palak Paneer Bhurji is extremely versatile—it can be served with roti, paratha, or naan for a hearty lunch/dinner, or stuffed inside bread rolls and sandwiches for a filling snack. It also works well with plain rice or jeera rice.
This dish is quick to prepare, taking less than 30 minutes, making it a go-to option for busy weekdays or a nutritious addition to any Indian thali.
Wash spinach thoroughly, chop finely, and keep aside. Crumble or grate paneer.
Heat oil/ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.
Add tomatoes and green chili. Cook until tomatoes soften and oil separates.
Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add chopped spinach. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until wilted and cooked.
Add crumbled paneer and mix gently. Cook for 2–3 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb flavors.
Sprinkle garam masala, mix, and turn off the heat.
Garnish with coriander leaves and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Do not overcook paneer—it may turn rubbery. Add it at the end and cook briefly.
For a richer taste, replace oil with ghee.
Yes, thaw it, squeeze out excess water, and then use.
Yes, replace paneer with tofu and use oil instead of ghee.
It pairs best with roti, paratha, naan, or even as a stuffing for sandwiches and wraps.
It keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat on a pan, not in the microwave, to maintain texture.
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