Paneer Tikka (Bengali Style)
Grilled Cottage Cheese Skewers (Bengali Spices)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Cubes of fresh paneer (Indian cottage cheese) marinated in a thick yogurt and mustard-based paste, infused with Bengali spices like ginger-garlic, green chilies, and turmeric, then grilled or tandoored until beautifully charred and tender.
Key ingredients
Paneer, Yogurt (plain, full-fat), Mustard paste, Ginger-garlic paste, Green chilies, Turmeric powder, Cumin powder, Coriander powder, Garam masala, Mustard oil, Salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade. Request full-fat yogurt for maximum fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
পনির টিক্কাতে ম্যারিনেডে চিনি দেবেন না, প্লিজ। পুরো ফ্যাটযুক্ত দই ব্যবহার করবেন।
For the Paneer Tikka, no sugar in the marinade, please. Use full-fat yogurt.
Watch out for
Sugar in marinade, use of low-fat yogurt, excessive capsicum or onion (if added to skewers).
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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