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prep time
20 min
cook time
25 min
ready time
45 min
Low Carb Air Fryer Saag Paneer
Did you know that you can easily make Saag Paneer in the air fryer? The air fryer is the perfect cooking vessel to ensure browning on all sides of the paneer cubes. Not to mention, the air fryer quickly browns the aromatics and spices together, so it is deliciously caramelized. You will love this Low Carb Air Fryer recipe! Once the paneer is browned, it is set aside. Then garlic, ginger, and serrano peppers are browned together and seasoned with warm Indian spices like garam masala, coriander, and cumin. To that mixture, fresh spinach is added and a nice amount of heavy cream. Finally, the mixture is simmered together with the paneer.
Where can I find paneer?
You can find paneer at Indian markets and some Asian markets. If you live in a place where it is hard to find, consider making your own!
https://www.carbmanager.com/recipe-detail/ug:ac2c5bfa-9899-f03c-c357-a71f257584f7/easy-homemade-paneer
Serving suggestions
Feel free to serve this dish with other Low Carb and Keto Indian dishes or even cauliflower rice.
A delicious Indian side dish to pair with Saag Paneer is this spicy cucumber and bell pepper dish. This side dish is one of my most favorite Keto Indian recipes:
https://www.carbmanager.com/recipe-detail/ug:274d905d-9f42-ae02-79c3-3799fdae52c1/low-carb-spicy-indian-cucumber-peppers
Net Carbs
7.1 g
Fiber
2.5 g
Total Carbs
9.6 g
Protein
24.2 g
Fats
46.9 g
546 cals
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Ingredients
Paneer cheese (Indian cheese)
14 oz
Avocado oil
2 tbsp
Turmeric, ground
1 tsp
Red pepper (cayenne), ground
0.5 tsp
Salt, sea salt
0.5 tsp
Onion
0.5 medium - 2 1/2" diameter
Garlic
5 clove
Serrano peppers, raw
1 each
Avocado oil
2 tbsp
Garam masala
1 tsp
Coriander Seed Ground Or Whole Dried
2 tsp
Cumin, ground
1 tsp
Spinach
8 oz
Salt, sea salt
0.5 tsp
Whipped cream, aerosol, heavy cream
0.75 cup
Salt, sea salt
0.5 tsp
Recipe Steps
steps 7
45 min
Step 1
Cube the paneer into ¾” x ¾” pieces. Toss them in a bowl with 2 tbsp avocado oil, 1 tsp turmeric powder, ½ tsp cayenne, and ½ tsp sea salt.Step 2
Place the paneer into the air fryer with the rack inserted into the bottom.Step 3
Cook at 400 F for 5 minutes. Then give the basket a toss and cook for another 5 minutes until golden brown on all sides.Step 4
Remove the paneer to a bowl. Add avocado oil, diced onion, minced garlic, and diced serrano chili—Cook at 400 F for 2 minutes. Stir the mixture and cook for another 2 minutes.Step 5
Add the garam masala, coriander powder, and ground cumin and cook this mixture at 400 F for 1 minute.Step 6
Add the spinach and cook at 400 F for 3 minutes. Season with ¼ tsp sea salt.Step 7
Next, add in the heavy cream and another ¼ tsp sea salt. Cook at 370 F for 8 minutes which will allow the mixture to simmer, thicken and brown. Serve immediately.
