Low Sodium Paneer Masala

Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Low Sodium Paneer Masala, a healthier twist on the classic North Indian favorite. This vibrant dish balances aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala with a luscious tomato-based sauce, all while using a salt substitute to maintain its heart-friendly appeal. Velvety paneer cubes are gently simmered in the spiced masala and finished with a touch of fresh cream for a satisfying, restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfectly paired with brown rice or whole-grain roti, this recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome, low-sodium weeknight dinner that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 medium, pureed Tomato
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 3 tablespoons Fresh cream
• 200 ml Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt substitute
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Cut the paneer into bite-sized cubes and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and cook until they turn translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the tomato puree to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the masala.

Step 6

Mix in the red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder, and cook for another minute.

Step 7

Add the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 8

Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and add the paneer cubes. Stir gently to coat the paneer with the masala, and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh cream, salt substitute, and garam masala, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with brown rice or whole grain roti.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(950.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1300.7

Total Fat 98.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 201.3mg	0%
Sodium 4270.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 52.3g	0%

Vitamin D 6.8IU	0%
Calcium 1572.9mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 3109.3mg	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: 15.9%

Carbs: 16.9%