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7 High-Protein Low Carb Asian Recipes

assorted salads on bowls

In this recipe pack:

  1. Paneer Teriyaki Bowl
  2. Korean Paneer Lettuce Wraps
  3. Chinese Paneer and Broccoli Stir-Fry
  4. Japanese Paneer Katsu Curry
  5. Chinese Garlic Paneer and Bok Choy Stir-Fry
  6. Korean Spicy Paneer and Vegetable Stir-Fry
  7. Chinese Ginger and Scallion Paneer Stir-Fry

You can replace paneer with chicken in any of the recipes.

1. Paneer Teriyaki Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 100g paneer
  • 1 cup broccoli, chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan on medium-high heat.
  2. Add paneer and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add broccoli, bell peppers, and mushrooms, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add teriyaki sauce and stir-fry for another minute.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot.

Calories per serving: 300 kcal Macronutrient breakdown: 22g protein, 12g fat, 27g carbs

2. Korean Paneer Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients:

  • 100g paneer
  • 4-6 large lettuce leaves
  • 1/2 cup red cabbage, shredded
  • 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan on medium-high heat.
  2. Add paneer and sauté until golden brown.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix gochujang, honey, and sesame oil to make a sauce.
  4. Add the sauce to the pan and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Arrange lettuce leaves on a plate and fill each with paneer, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and chopped scallions.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately.

Calories per serving: 200 kcal Macronutrient breakdown: 9g protein, 10g fat, 22g carbs

3. Paneer and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 150g paneer, cubed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add paneer and stir-fry until browned on all sides.
  3. Add broccoli florets and continue to stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  4. Add grated ginger and minced garlic, and stir-fry for another minute.
  5. Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste, and serve.

Calories: 360 Protein: 25g Carbohydrates: 9g Fat: 26g

4. Paneer Katsu Curry

Ingredients:

  • 150g paneer, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and stir-fry until translucent.
  3. Add curry powder and stir-fry for another minute.
  4. Add chicken or vegetable broth and coconut milk, and bring to a simmer.
  5. Dredge paneer slices in almond flour and add them to the pan.
  6. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and the paneer is heated through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

Calories: 460 Protein: 24g Carbohydrates: 12g Fat: 37g

5. Paneer and Bok Choy Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 150g paneer, cubed
  • 1 cup bok choy, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add paneer and stir-fry until browned on all sides.
  3. Add bok choy and continue to stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  4. Add grated ginger and minced garlic, and stir-fry for another minute.
  5. Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste, and serve.

Calories: 340 Protein: 23g Carbohydrates: 10g Fat: 23g

6. Korean Spicy Paneer and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 150g paneer, cut into small cubes
  • 50g carrots, julienned
  • 50g bell pepper, julienned
  • 50g onion, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Directions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a wok over high heat.
  2. Add the paneer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until slightly browned. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  3. Add the garlic, onion, carrots, and bell pepper to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to the wok and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the paneer back to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until everything is well combined.
  6. Serve hot.

Nutrition information per serving:

  • Calories: 274 kcal
  • Protein: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fat: 16g

7. Chinese Ginger and Scallion Paneer Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 150g paneer, cut into small cubes
  • 50g green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, minced
  • 1 scallion, sliced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Directions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a wok over high heat.
  2. Add the paneer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until slightly browned. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  3. Add the garlic, ginger, and scallion to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the green beans to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to the wok and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add the paneer back to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until everything is well combined.
  7. Serve hot.

Nutrition information per serving:

  • Calories: 264 kcal
  • Protein: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fat: 16g

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