Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry
Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry brings tender paneer cubes together with charred onions and bell peppers in a bright, spiced tomato base. Garam masala, turmeric, and fennel add gentle warmth, while a hint of ketchup rounds the sauce with subtle sweetness. Serve it for a weeknight dinner or a meatless feast alongside naan or steamed basmati rice.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 45 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 34 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 34
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 54
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the paneer in the hot oil until it turns golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer the paneer to a plate lined with paper towels, keeping the oil in the skillet.
- 2
Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Fry the onions, bell peppers, ginger, and garlic in the hot oil until the onions are browned, about 5 minutes. Season with the garam masala, turmeric, and fennel; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes, ketchup, and salt; continue cooking until the tomatoes are tender and the oil separates from the gravy. Pour the water into the skillet and stir. Return the paneer to the skillet; increase the heat to high and cook until the gravy is thick, about 10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro to serve.
- Calories 1182.24 kcal High 59%
- Protein 70.88 g Good Source 142%
- Carbohydrate 93.97 g 34%
- Total Fat 68.11 g High 87%
- Saturated Fat 35.1 g High 176%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 162.41 mg High 54%
- Sodium 539.64 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 17.47 g Good Source 62%
- Total Sugars 41.49 g --
- Added Sugars 2.69 g Moderate 5%
- Calcium 1161.08 mg Good Source 89%
- Iron 3.44 mg Moderate 19%
- Potassium 2792.69 mg Good Source 59%
- Vitamin A 163.93 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 15.03 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Paneer Jalfrezi Stir Fry is an Indian side dish recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Fennel Seed, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Ginger, and Garam Masala. Each serving provides about 1182.24 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry?
- It is an Indian stir fry recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry made of?
- The main ingredients are Fennel Seed, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Ginger, Garam Masala, Green Bell Pepper. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1182.24 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry healthy?
- Paneer Jalfrezi Stir-Fry has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 1182.24 calories and 70.88 g of protein, or 142% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 539.64 mg (23% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 35.1 g (176% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 2.69 g (5% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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