Module 17 · The Cheese Course
Palak Paneer with Golden Paneer & Ginger
Palak Paneer with Golden Paneer & Ginger is a keto dinner with 8.8 g net carbs, 23 g protein and 40 g fat per serving (487 kcal). It serves 4 and takes 35 minutes in total.
Velvety spiced spinach with cubes of paneer fried golden in ghee, finished with cream and a sizzle of cumin. Northern Indian comfort food.

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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: milk. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 4 servings · Active time: 20 min · Total time: 35 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 8.8 g |
| Protein | 23 g |
| Fat | 40 g |
| Energy | 487 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 µg |
| Calcium | 620 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 0 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 400 g paneer, in cubes
- 500 g organic spinach
- 1 piece small organic onion, chopped
- 3 piece organic garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp organic fresh ginger
- 1 piece green chilli
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 40 g organic ghee
- 100 ml organic double cream
Step-by-step method
- Blanch the spinach 1 minute, cool in cold water, squeeze and blend to a purée.
- Fry the paneer in half the ghee until golden; lift out.
- Fry cumin seeds in the rest of the ghee, then onion for 6 minutes, then garlic, ginger and chilli for 1 minute.
- Add the spinach, garam masala, cream and salt; simmer 5 minutes, then fold in the paneer.
Chef’s tips
- Cooling the spinach quickly keeps it bright green.
Variations
- Use halloumi.
- Add a squeeze of lemon at the end.
Storage
Keeps 3 days in the fridge.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Palak Paneer with Golden Paneer & Ginger?
One serving has 8.8 g net carbohydrates, 23 g protein and 40 g fat (487 kcal). The recipe makes 4 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Palak Paneer with Golden Paneer & Ginger ahead, store or freeze it?
Keeps 3 days in the fridge.
Which allergens are in Palak Paneer with Golden Paneer & Ginger?
It contains milk, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Palak Paneer with Golden Paneer & Ginger vegetarian?
Yes. The recipe contains no meat or fish.
Can I vary Palak Paneer with Golden Paneer & Ginger?
Yes. Use halloumi. Add a squeeze of lemon at the end.
