Paneer Pakora
Paneer Pakora is a beloved Indian snack consisting of cubes of paneer (a fresh, non-melting cheese) coated in a spiced gram flour batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy. It's a staple of street food stalls and tea-time gatherings across North India, often served hot with mint or tamarind chutney.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat and protein due to the paneer and deep-frying process, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the gram flour batter. A single serving (about 2-3 pakoras) provides a good source of calcium and protein, with a rough calorie ballpark of 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Paneer Pakora is a quintessential monsoon and winter treat in India, often enjoyed with a hot cup of chai. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the gram flour batter is naturally gluten-free and adds a boost of plant-based protein and fiber to the dairy-rich paneer.
