Crumbled cottage cheese scrambled with onion, tomato, and spices — a quick, protein-rich dish.
A quick North Indian favourite, often eaten with roti or as a sandwich filling.
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10 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
2
Servings
easy
Difficulty
vegetariangluten freehigh protein
Ingredients
Paneer, crumbled200g
Onion, finely chopped1 medium
Tomato, finely chopped1 medium
Green chilli and ginger, choppedto taste
Turmeric powder1/4 tsp
Oil1 tbsp
Saltto taste
Preparation
1Heat oil, add ginger and green chilli, then the onion; cook until soft.
2Add the tomato and turmeric, cook until the tomato softens.
3Add the crumbled paneer and salt, mix well, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
4Serve hot with roti or as a filling for a sandwich.
Why This Works in a Balanced Diet
A dairy-based protein dish — paneer is a concentrated source of protein and calcium.
This is a genuinely useful, quick way to add a real protein source to a meal without much preparation.
A note on moderation: If you're managing fat intake, use a lower-fat paneer and reduce the oil slightly.
Practical Substitutions
Use crumbled tofu instead of paneer for a vegan version.