Last updated on January 28, 2026
For vegetarians following a Ketogenic Lifestyle, paneer (Indian cottage cheese) is a game changer. This versatile ingredient in full of protein and healthy fats, making it ideal for keto macros. But sometimes, cooking it creatively becomes tricky. If you are feeling stuck and wondering what new way to enjoy paneer, just try my quick Keto-friendly Tawa Paneer recipe. Besides being easy to cook, this recipe is flavorful and ultra-satisfying while being low in carbs and highly delicious.
Whipping up this recipe is not just for keeping up with your keto diet, it’s also about indulging in tasty food in no time. With a few simple ingredients in your kitchen, you can prepare it in just 10 minutes. Ready in a jiffy, it can pair well with sauteed veggies, dips, and chutneys, or enjoy it as a side dish with your main course keto meal. And, for those who are new to keto and still looking for ways to hit your fat macros, this quick recipe is a lifesaver!
Preparation Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Servings
1
Ingredients:
- 100 g Paneer
- 1/2 tsp pink Himalayan salt
- 1/8 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste
- 1/4 tsp coriander powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tbsp melted ghee or butter
- Lemon and coriander for garnishing
Instructions:
- Take a bowl to mix the ginger-garlic paste with coriander power, salt, red chili powder, turmeric, cumin powder, and melted butter/ghee.
- Dice paneer into cubes and marinate it with the prepared paste.
- Put a pan over medium heat and melt butter/ghee in it.
- Add marinated paneer cubes into the pan and fry it for 1-2 minutes on each side. Keep stirring until it turns golden brown.
- Remove from heat, garnish with lemon and fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot.
Nutritional Value:
Calories
402 kcal
Carbohydrates
0.5g
Protein
19g
Fats
36g
Have you been struggling to prepare satiating and yummy keto dish? Try this Keto-friendly Tawa Paneer recipe when you are short on time. It is full of flavour and needs minimal prep time and easy to fit into your keto diet plan.
For more such quick keto meals, try my Zucchini Spicy Sabzi and Broccoli + Paneer Keto Bhurji recipes. Also, follow me on Instagram and Facebook for daily inspiration, weight loss tips, and more keto recipes.
