Tofu and Paneer Bhurji
Tofu and Paneer Bhurji is a high-protein vegetarian dish that is perfect for weight loss. This recipe replaces some of the paneer with tofu, which is low in calories and high in protein. It's also gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance. The dish is flavored with a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, making it both flavorful and healthy. However, people with a dairy or soy allergy should avoid this dish.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
115 kcal
Protein
11 g
Carbs
13 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
1 g
Ingredients
Tofu (Pro Plant)
100 gms (100g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
0.25 cup (50g)
Green Bell pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Red Bell Pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Red chilli Powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Common salt
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Skimmed Milk Paneer (Homemade)
100 gm (100g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Crumble tofu and paneer.
Cooking Steps
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn translucent.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and turn mushy.
Add chopped bell peppers and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Add crumbled tofu and paneer, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
Cook for 5-7 minutes over medium heat until the tofu is cooked and the masala has thickened.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Divya Nath Bhatia
"Tried this earlier today, and this Tofu and Paneer Bhurji recipe exceeded all my expectations. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Aakash Prakash Agarwal
"Prepped this over the weekend, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Simran Patel
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and this version of Tofu and Paneer Bhurji is so much better than restaurant style. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Pranav Vardhan Reddy
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and Tofu and Paneer Bhurji fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."