Paneer Roastie is a healthy and flavorful breakfast option made with suji, curd, paneer, and fresh vegetables. This protein-packed dish is perfect for a nutritious morning meal and is easy to prepare in just 25 minutes. The combination of grated paneer, finely chopped veggies, and aromatic spices makes it a wholesome and satisfying dish for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients for Paneer Roastie (Serves 2)
- 1 cup suji (semolina)
- 1 cup curd (yogurt)
- 1/4 cup capsicum, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1-inch ginger, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic, finely chopped
- 2 green chillies, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup carrot, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup beans, finely chopped
- 150 g paneer, grated
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp coriander leaves, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp jeera (cumin seeds)
- A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 7-8 curry leaves
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 1 pack fruit salt
Method to Make Paneer Roastie
- In a bowl, combine suji, curd, and water to make a smooth batter. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Let them crackle.
- Add onion, green chilli, ginger, and garlic, sauté briefly. Add capsicum, beans, and carrot and cook until slightly tender.
- Add chilli flakes, black pepper, salt, coriander powder, and mix well. Stir in grated paneer and cook for a few seconds. Let the mixture cool.
- Pour some water into the batter and fold in the paneer-vegetable mixture. Add fruit salt and mix gently.
- Heat a little oil in a pan, pour a ladle of batter, spread evenly, cover with a lid, and cook on one side. Flip and cook the other side.
- Serve hot with green chutney for a delicious, wholesome breakfast.