Chhena Saag Bhaja
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Chhena Saag Bhaja is a magnifique and high-quality vegetarian dish from the riverine households of Bengal and Odisha. I take fresh seasonal greens and stir-fry them with small, crispy cubes of fresh cottage cheese (Chhena) to create a nutritious and flavorful preparation. It is a symbol of honest, healthy living where protein-rich chhena is balanced with vitamin-dense greens. The dish is traditionally mild and finished with a simple tempering of nigella seeds and green chilies. The texture of the crispy chhena perfectly complements the silky greens, providing a magnifique touch of household comfort. I love serving this warm with a pile of steamed rice.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- The secret to a great bhaja is using fresh, homemade chhena; it has a magnifique taste that store-bought paneer lacks.
- Always add the salt at the very end to prevent the greens from releasing too much magnifique moisture.
- Frying the chhena until it is slightly dark golden brown provides a magnifique and nutty character to the recipe.
Nutritional Information(Per 150g)
215 kcal
12g
14g
8g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.