Low Carb Paneer Curry
Delight your taste buds with this rich and creamy Low Carb Paneer Curry, a keto-friendly twist on the traditional Indian dish. This recipe features tender cubes of paneer simmered in a luscious, spice-infused tomato and cream sauce, enriched with aromatic cumin, garlic, and garam masala. Perfectly suited for low-carb diets, this curry is both satisfying and healthy, making it an excellent choice for a wholesome weeknight dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, it pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or a low-carb flatbread for a complete, guilt-free meal. Bursting with flavor and finished with fresh cilantro, this dish is a must-try for curry enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Paneer
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Green chili, finely chopped
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 large Tomato, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Cut the paneer into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add ginger, garlic, and green chili, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add chopped onion and cook until golden-brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the chopped tomato and cook until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for another minute.
Add the paneer cubes and gently toss to coat with the spices.
Pour in the heavy cream and water, stirring gently to combine.
Let the curry simmer on a low heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the sauce to thicken.
Sprinkle with garam masala and chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve hot with a side of cauliflower rice or a low-carb flatbread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.4 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.9 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 292 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 3126 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1527 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1089 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
