Paneer‑Free “Paneer” Bhurji with Hemp Seeds
Scrambled‑style “paneer” made from hemp seeds, tomatoes, and spices, a keto‑friendly Indian classic without dairy.

Total
25 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup hemp seeds
- 1 large tomato, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 green chili, minced(optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- to taste salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a pan; add cumin seeds and let sizzle.
- 2
Add minced green chili (if using) and chopped tomato; cook 3‑4 minutes until softened.
- 3
Stir in turmeric, garam masala, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Add hemp seeds and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes until the mixture resembles scrambled paneer.
- 5
Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
230
12% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbohydrate | 9 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 340 mg |
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