# Paneer Steak

## Description
This is an easy, high-protein, and healthy paneer steak recipe that can be prepared in just 10 minutes. It's versatile and can be paired with various dishes or enjoyed on its own.

## Quick Facts
- Calories: 208 per serving
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Difficulty: easy
- Cuisine: Indian
- Health Score: 8/10

## Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 208
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fat: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg

## Dietary Information
This recipe is: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free

## Ingredients (2 servings)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder or paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as oregano or mixed Italian herbs)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 stalks green onions (chopped)
- 200 grams paneer (block)

## Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder or paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried herbs (such as oregano or mixed Italian herbs), 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
2. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and 2 chopped green onion stalks to the bowl with the oil and spices.
3. Place a 200-gram block of paneer into the bowl and spoon the prepared marinade over it, ensuring it's well coated on all sides.
4. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated paneer (cut into two pieces if desired) onto the pan and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly charred.
5. Remove the paneer steak from the grill pan and serve immediately.

## Allergen Information
Contains: dairy

## Tags
high-protein, quick, healthy, vegetarian, grill, paneer

## Machine-Readable Data

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### Nutrition Data (per serving)
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