‘Stir-Fried’ Sesame Saag Paneer

Paneer is a popular cheese in Indian cuisine and is often used in vegetarian dishes like Saag Paneer. It is made by curdling milk with lemon juice or vinegar.

This is vegetarian, gluten free, high protein and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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‘Stir-Fried’ Sesame Saag Paneer

Cooking Method: Stir-frying Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Paneer
• 300 gram Spinach
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add finely chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Saute until onions turn golden brown.
2. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add finely chopped spinach and cook until it wilts down.
4. Cut paneer into cubes and add it to the pan. Stir-fry for a few minutes until paneer is coated with the spinach mixture.
5. Sprinkle sesame seeds and drizzle lemon juice over the dish.
6. Cook for another 2-3 minutes and remove from heat.
7. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
8. Serve hot with roti or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 3g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.