Paneer Kalimirch ( Eat Well Stay Well Recipes )
by Tarla Dalal
01 Jan 1900
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Paneer kalimirch, a protein rich dish for a healthier and beautiful you! poppy seeds are good source of calcium, protein, and iron. I have used low fat paneer, milk to curb down extra calories and fat. Ensure you soak the poppy seeds and cashewnuts in warm water before grinding them to get a smooth paste.
Paneer Kalimirch ( Eat Well Stay Well Recipes ) recipe - How to make Paneer Kalimirch ( Eat Well Stay Well Recipes )
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Makes 4 servings
To Be Ground Into A Smooth Paste
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 tbsp soaked poppy seeds (khus-khus)
1/4 cup soaked cashewnuts (kaju)
4 clove garlic (lehsun)
6 ginger (adrak)
Other Ingredients
2 tsp oil
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
2 cups low fat paneer, cut into 12 mm. ( 1/2") cubes
2 tbsp fresh cream
1/4 cup milk
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
salt to taste
1/4 tsp garam masala
1 tsp freshly crushed peppercorns (kalimirch)
For Serving
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
Method
- Method
- Heat the oil in a non-stick kadhai and add the cumin seeds.
- When the seeds crackle,add the prepared paste and sauté on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes or till the raw smell disappears.
- Add the paneer, cream, milk, turmeric powder, salt and 2 tbsp of water and cook for a few minutes, while stirring continuously.
- Add the garam masala and crushed peppercorns, mix gently and simmer for another 2 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrient values per serving
| Energy | 171 cal |
| Protein | 6.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 13.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 9.9 g |
| Cholesterol | 2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 272.7 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5.7 mg |
| Folic Acid | 8.6 mcg |
| Calcium | 260.9 mg |
| Iron | 1.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 59.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 113.4 mg |
| Sodium | 43.7 mg |
| Potassium | 120.2 mg |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg |
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