Paneer Bhurji with Whole Wheat Paratha

Ingredients

• 🧀200 g paneer (Indian cottage cheese), crumbled
• 🧅2 onions, finely chopped
• 🍅2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 🌶️1 green chili, finely chopped
• 🫚1 inch ginger, grated
• 🧄2 cloves garlic, minced
• 💛½ tsp turmeric powder
• 🍃1 tsp coriander powder
• 🌶️½ tsp garam masala
• 🧈2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 🌾2 cup whole wheat flour
• 💧¾ cup water, or as needed for dough
• 🧂½ tsp salt, to taste
• 🌿¼ cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish

Method

1. 1For the paratha dough, combine whole wheat flour and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Gradually add water and knead into a soft, pliable dough. Cover and set aside for 15-20 minutes. Divide into 8 equal portions.
2. 2Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add ginger, garlic, and green chili, cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and the oil separates, about 5-7 minutes. Mash them lightly as they cook.
4. 4Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the spices are well combined and fragrant.
5. 5Add the crumbled paneer and salt to taste. Mix gently to combine with the मसाला (spice mixture). Cook for 3-5 minutes, ensuring the paneer is heated through but not overcooked.
6. 6While the paneer bhurji is cooking, roll out each dough portion into a 6-inch circle using a rolling pin and a little dry flour.
7. 7Heat a tawa or flat griddle over medium heat. Place a rolled paratha on it. Cook for about 30 seconds per side, then apply a little oil or ghee and cook until golden brown spots appear on both sides.
8. 8Garnish the paneer bhurji with fresh coriander leaves.
9. 9Serve the hot paneer bhurji with freshly made whole wheat parathas.