Broccoli paneer stir fry
Healthy and quick, broccoli paneer stir-fry is a delicious balance of sweet broccoli and creamy paneer, perfect for busy days.
Servings 2 people
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 Broccoli Medium size
- 100 gms Paneer
- 2 inch Fresh Ginger
- 5 - 6 Garlic
- 2 tsp Red Chili flakes adjust as per spice level
- 3 -4 tsps Oil
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds optional
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Blanch Broccoli
- Cut 1 medium head of broccoli into florets. Rinse them well.
- Blanch broccoli in hot water for 10- 15 minutes.
Shallow fry paneer
- Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a frying pan or wok over medium heat.
- Carefully add the paneer cubes to the hot oil.Fry the paneer until it turns golden brown on all sides, turning occasionally.
- Remove the fried paneer from the pan and set it aside on a plate.
Stir fry
- In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking oil.
- Sauté the garlic and ginger for a minute until it become fragrant.
- Add red chili flakes and sesame seeds and sauté for another minute or less.
Cook the Broccoli and paneer
- Add blanched broccoli florets to the pan.
- Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender-crisp. Add few drops of water if required. Cover and cook.
- Season with salt. Stir occasionally.
- Add the shallow-fried paneer cubes to the pan.
- Gently toss everything together until the paneer is heated through and coated with the spices.
- Serve the broccoli paneer stir-fry hot with rice, naan, or enjoy it on its own.