Would you believe I’m 48 and This Is How I Keep My Evening Snacks Balanced. Palak Paneer Muthiya

High Protein Palak Paneer Muthiya This is my latest way to bring a nutritious twist to our traditional Gujarati Muthiya. By incorporating protein-rich paneer and fresh greens, I have created a version that is both wholesome and delicious. Ingredients For the Muthiya: * 1/2 cup fresh green peas * Small piece of ginger * 3 green chillies * 1 cup finely chopped palak (spinach) * 150 gm crushed paneer * 1 tsp turmeric powder * 2 tsp dhaniya-jeera powder * Salt to taste * 1 tsp sugar or jaggery (optional) * 2 tsp oil (for moyan) * 1/4 cup besan (gram flour) * 1.5 cups thick wheat flour (Bhakri flour) * Water as needed . For the Tadka: * 2-3 tbsp oil * 2 tsp mustard seeds * 1.5 tbsp white sesame seeds * 1/2 tsp hing (asafoetida) * Fresh lime juice * Chopped coriander for garnish . Instructions 1. Prepare the Base: In a chopper, pulse the green peas, ginger, and green chillies until coarsely chopped. (Feel free to swap in carrots, cabbage, or broccoli if you prefer). 2. Combine Ingredients: Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add the finely chopped palak, crushed paneer, turmeric powder, dhaniya-jeera powder, salt, sweetener (if using), and 2 tsp of oil. 3. Make the Dough: Mix in the besan and thick wheat flour. Gradually add a few spoons of water at a time to form a firm dough, similar to the consistency of paratha dough. 4. Shape: Grease your palms with a little oil. Take small portions of the dough and shape them into small, cylindrical muthiyas. 5. Steam: Grease your steamer container with oil. Arrange the muthiyas and steam them on high flame for 25 minutes. Once done, let them cool slightly. 6. Tadka: Heat 2-3 tbsp of oil in a pan. Add the mustard seeds, white sesame seeds, and hing. Once they begin to crackle, add the steamed muthiyas and toss them well in the tempering. 7. Serve: Turn off the heat, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, and garnish with plenty of coriander before serving. . Estimated Nutritional Value (Per 100g serving) . • Calories: ~185–200 kcal • Protein: ~8–10g • Carbohydrates: ~22–25g • Dietary Fiber: ~4–5g • Fat: ~7–9g . Why this is a nutritious choice: • Protein-Rich: The inclusion of 150g of paneer and the use of besan (gram flour) significantly boosts the protein content compared to traditional grain-only muthiyas. . • Fiber & Micronutrients: Using thick wheat flour (bhakri flour) provides complex carbohydrates and fiber, while the fresh palak (spinach), peas, and ginger add essential iron, calcium, vitamin A, and vitamin K. . • Balanced Energy: Steaming is a healthier cooking method that preserves nutrients and keeps the fat content lower than deep-fried alternatives. The tadka uses a controlled amount of oil, focusing on flavor with healthy seeds like mustard and sesame. . High protein breakfast, Gujarati snacks, Palak Paneer recipe, healthy Muthiya, Indian vegetarian recipes, protein-rich snacks, nutritious Gujarati food, steamed snacks, easy healthy recipes, Paneer recipes, Spinach recipes, healthy Indian snacks, homemade Muthiya, quick healthy breakfast, protein-packed vegetarian, fiber-rich snacks, authentic Gujarati taste, balanced diet snack, wholesome Indian food, guilt-free snacking . #ChefMeghna #MuthiyaRecipe #HealthyGujaratiFood #ProteinPacked #PalakPaneerMuthiya #HealthySnacking #VegetarianRecipes #SteamedFood #CleanEating #HomeCooking