Paneer do pyaza vs paneer tikka masala: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick paneer do pyaza; for muscle gain paneer tikka masala does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Paneer do pyaza | Paneer tikka masala |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 katori · 150 g | 1 katori · 150 g |
| Calories | 314 kcal | 344 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g | 16 g |
| Carbs | 7 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 25 g | 29 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 4.9 g | 4.5 g |
| Calories from fat | 71% | 75% |
What the numbers say
- Paneer tikka masala has 30 kcal more a serving than paneer do pyaza. One serving of paneer tikka masala has the calories of about 1.1 servings of paneer do pyaza.
- Protein is about the same (15 vs 16 g).
- For protein per calorie, paneer do pyaza wins with 4.9 g per 100 kcal.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Paneer do pyaza, because it gives more protein for each calorie, which keeps you full and protects muscle.
- Building muscle: Paneer tikka masala, because it brings more protein a serving.
- Either way: the cooking fat moves both numbers most. Halving the oil or ghee is the easiest cut.