Palong Shaak diye Paneer Bhuna
Spinach with Paneer Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A vibrant Bengali-style 'bhuna' (dry stir-fry) combining fresh spinach ('palong shaak') with pan-fried cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese). Seasoned with onions, ginger, garlic, and a mix of aromatic spices, creating a rich and savory vegetarian dish.
Key ingredients
Paneer, spinach, onion, ginger paste, garlic paste, green chilies, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, mustard oil/ghee, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potato, peas, or chana dal are added, as these can be found in some Bengali vegetable preparations. Confirm no sugar is used.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
পালং শাক দিয়ে পনির ভুনায় আলু, মটর বা ছোলার ডাল দেবেন না। চিনি ছাড়া বানাবেন।
For Palong Shaak diye Paneer Bhuna, please ensure no potato, peas, or chana dal are added. Confirm no sugar is used.
Watch out for
Restaurants might add small amounts of potato or peas. Hidden sugar.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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