Paneer in butter sauce
Also called: paneer in butter sauce, paneer butter masala, paneer butter, paneer butter gravy, paneer in butter, panner butter masala, paneer butter masala (misspelling), paneer butter sauce
Paneer in butter sauce is that rich, dhaba-style curry that shows up in almost every North Indian menu. Soft paneer cubes in a silky tomato-onion gravy, with butter, cream, and warm spices — yeh proper comfort food hai, best with naan, roti, or even jeera rice when you want something indulgent.
Per 1 bowl (180g)
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per bowl (180g) | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262.1 kcal | 145.6 kcal |
| Protein | 12.6g | 7g |
| Carbohydrates | 17.5g | 9.7g |
| Fat | 15.8g | 8.8g |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.5g |
| Sugar | 13.5g | 7.5g |
| Micronutrients (per 100g) | ||
| Sodium | 151.45 mg | |
| Calcium | 170.59 mg | |
| Iron | 0.85 mg | |
| Vitamin C | 18.02 mg | |
| Folate | 64.79 µg | |
What Goes Into It
Per serving (1 bowl)
gastroenterology Gut Health Insight
This curry is gentle on the gut in some ways because paneer gives solid protein, while tomato, onion, ginger, garlic, and a little lemon add flavour without needing too much heavy spice. The 2.7g fiber from the gravy ingredients can support digestion a bit, and ginger + cumin may help with that heavy, post-meal feeling. But the butter and cream make it richer, so if your stomach feels sluggish, pair it with phulka and a simple salad, or ask for a little extra tomato gravy instead of extra cream.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is paneer butter masala healthy?
It’s a richer curry, but it does give good protein too — about 12.6g per 180g bowl. The catch is the fat is on the higher side at 15.8g, so it works better as an occasional treat than an everyday light meal.
How many calories are in 1 bowl of paneer in butter sauce?
One serving of 180g has about 262.1 kcal. If you eat it with 2 butter naans, the full meal can go much higher, so roti or jeera rice is the lighter combo.
Can diabetics eat paneer butter masala?
Yes, but portion matters because one bowl has 17.5g carbs and 3.8g sugar. It’s better with 1–2 phulkas instead of naan, so the carb load stays more balanced.
Is paneer butter masala good for weight loss?
It can fit, but keep the portion controlled because the curry has 262.1 kcal and 15.8g fat per bowl. If you want it in a weight-loss meal, have it with salad and one or two rotis, not with buttery bread.
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