How many calories does one serving of Shahi Paneer Sabzi have?

One serving (200 grams) of Shahi Paneer Sabzi gives 351 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 48 calories, proteins account for 41 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 261 calories.  One serving of Shahi Paneer Sabzi provides about 17.5 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

Shahi Paneer Sabzi recipe serves 5, 200 grams per serving.

351 calories for 1 serving of Shahi Paneer, Shahi Paneer Sabzi, Cholesterol 15.2 mg, Carbohydrates 11.9g, Protein 10.4g, Fat 29.2g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, folic acid is present in Shahi Paneer, Shahi Paneer Sabzi.

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shahi paneer is a super popular paneer dish where paneer is cooked in a rich and creamy gravy. Learn how to make shahi paneer recipe | Punjabi shahi paneer | restaurant style shahi paneer sabzi |

shahi paneer is a rich and creamy paneer sabzi that translates to "Royal Paneer." This luxurious curry features soft, cubed paneer (cottage cheese) simmered in a velvety onion tomato-based gravy infused with a medley of aromatic spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon. This Punjabi shahi paneer gravy has a very luscious mouth-feel that is complemented beautifully by succulent malai paneer.

To add a touch of indulgence, the gravy is thickened with cashew nuts, curd and fresh cream, imparting a luscious texture and a hint of sweetness. restaurant style shahi paneer sabzi is a popular choice for special occasions and is often served with tandoori roti, naan or jeera rice.
 

Is Shahi Paneer Sabzi​​ healthy ?

Yes, but conditons apply.

Let's understand the ingredients.

Paneer + Low Fat Paneer : Paneer contains high quality protein and calcium which aids in weight loss. Since paneer is low in carbs and high in protein it gets digested slowly and hence good for diabetes. Potassium in paneer helps to reduce the effect of high sodium, by lowering blood pressure and contraction of blood vessels, resulting in improved heart health and reduced risk of heart attack. Low fat paneer is has all the same nutrients as full-fat paneer, but it is minus the fat. Great for weight loss and read the interesting article on benefits of paneer.

Curd + Low fat Curds, hung curds :  Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice. Curd is one of the richest sources of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Note that one cup curds gives half cup hung curds. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet. 

Tomatoes ( Cherry tomatoes, Yellow tomatoes ) : Tomatoes are extremely rich source of Lycopene. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in Vitamin C, good for heart. Tomatoes are a Pregnant woman's friend and are rich in Folate or Folic Acid which helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially red blood cells. Read about 13 amazing benefits of tomatoes.  

What's the problem?

Fresh Cream : 1 tbsp of Amul fresh cream (15 gm) provides around 37 calories, out of which 34 calories are from fat (22 calories result from saturated fat), 2 calories from carbs and 1 calorie from protein. Till late, saturated fat was always looked upon as that evil fat which would lead to high cholesterol levels and strokes. Offhand, studies have revealed no such association. In fact, fats will keep you full for a long time and avoid bingeing and weight gain. However, the proportion of cream and the way you use them in cooking is of great importance to maintain your waistline. You can add about a tsp of fresh cream once in a while to your meals, especially coffee, to enhance the taste. Moreover, the use of cream cuts down on bitterness of the coffee, so you won’t add any sugar to your coffee. Addition of sugar will anyways cause more harm to your body. But, try not to add fresh cream in bulk frequently. Also remember that with any kind of diet to stay fit and healthy, you need to follow a good exercise plan on a daily basis. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and overweight individuals have Shahi Paneer?

Yes, but with modifications. Substitute  full fat paneer to low fat paneer to reduce the fat content of your recipe. Drop the usage of fresh cream from the recipe.