Keto Paneer Palak

Indulge in the creamy, flavorsome delight of Keto Paneer Palak—a low-carb twist on a classic Indian favorite. This vibrant dish marries tender cubes of golden-fried paneer with a luscious spinach puree, infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Blanched spinach ensures a nutrient-packed and silky smooth sauce, while heavy cream adds a rich, decadent finish. Perfect for those following a keto diet, this quick and easy recipe takes just 50 minutes from prep to table, making it an ideal weeknight dinner option. Serve it piping hot as a standalone dish or pair it with keto-friendly naan for an unforgettable meal that’s both healthy and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer
• 500 grams Fresh spinach leaves
• 2 tablespoons Ghee
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Ginger
• 2 pieces Green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing the spinach leaves thoroughly in a bowl of water and drain them well.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring the water to a boil and blanch the spinach for 2-3 minutes until wilted and bright green, then quickly transfer the spinach to a bowl of ice water.

Step 3

Drain the spinach and blend it into a smooth puree using a blender or food processor. Set aside.

Step 4

Cube the paneer into bite-sized pieces and lightly fry them in 1 tablespoon of ghee over medium heat until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of ghee. Add cumin seeds and allow them to splutter.

Step 6

Finely chop the onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies.

Step 7

Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onions turn translucent.

Step 8

Add the chopped green chilies and sauté for another minute.

Step 9

Mix in the coriander powder and cook for another minute to release the flavors.

Step 10

Add the spinach puree to the pan, season with salt, and let it simmer for 5 minutes on low heat.

Step 11

Stir in the fried paneer cubes and let it cook in the spinach sauce for another 5 minutes.

Step 12

Add the garam masala and mix well.

Step 13

Finally, stir in the heavy cream and give it a nice, thorough mix. Simmer for another 2 minutes.

Step 14

Serve hot with a dollop of cream on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1273.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1396.7

Total Fat 105.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 297.5mg	0%
Sodium 3500.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 64.5g	0%

Vitamin D 6.8IU	0%
Calcium 2032.4mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 3626.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.2%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 14.6%