1 hr 15 minGluten-freePunjabi Chicken Curry (Dhaba Style)
1 hr 15 min · Medium
High-Protein Indian Recipes
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7 recipes here; the quickest is Zesty Fish Tacos with Lime Slaw, ready in 30 min.
What does high-protein mean here?
On Nomisto, high-protein means an estimated 25 g or more of protein per serving. That is a plain, checkable threshold rather than a health claim: the number comes from adding up ingredient weights against standard reference values, then dividing by the servings listed. Estimates can differ from your own cuts, brands and portion sizes. We do not make claims about weight loss or health benefits for any recipe.
Which recipes qualify?
Seven recipes meet the threshold. Punjabi chicken curry has about 32 g, using bone-in thighs in a dhaba-style masala. Mutton yakhni pulao and crock pot lamb curry each have about 27 g, though the lamb curry is a slow-cooker home adaptation rather than a classic. Tofu broccoli stir-fry has about 32 g and is the vegan option. Zesty fish tacos, grilled chicken cobb and the Mediterranean meal plan come from our Global Kitchen.
How do I cook protein-rich dishes well?
Protein dishes depend on not overcooking. Chicken reaches a safe 74°C, fish flakes at about 63°C, and slow-cooked lamb stays tender when it has time and moisture. Tofu fries crisp when it is pressed first. Build flavour with the onion and tomato base in the curry base guide, and use the spices guide to season confidently.
How do I start?
For a weeknight, make the chicken curry, the stir-fry or the fish tacos. For the weekend, make the pulao. If you want to cook ahead, use the Mediterranean meal plan, which gives four portions in the fridge for up to 4 days and one for the freezer.
Does portion size matter?
Yes. Every figure here follows the recipe’s stated servings, so serving a dish over two plates instead of four changes the protein per plate. Check the servings line on each recipe before you compare numbers.
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Frequently asked questions
What counts as high-protein on Nomisto?
A recipe is listed here if its estimated protein is 25 g or more per serving. Figures are estimates calculated from ingredient weights, not lab measurements, and portion sizes follow each recipe's servings.
Which recipes in this hub have the most protein?
Per serving, the grilled chicken cobb has about 52 g, the Mediterranean meal plan about 41 g, zesty fish tacos about 33 g, Punjabi chicken curry and tofu broccoli stir-fry about 32 g each, and the lamb curry and mutton pulao about 27 g each.
Are there high-protein vegetarian options?
Yes. The tofu broccoli stir-fry has about 32 g per serving and is vegan. Paneer, lentils and chickpeas also add protein to meals, though a serving of the oven paneer tikka (about 21 g) falls under the 25 g line, so it is not listed.
Does a bigger portion count as more protein?
Yes. The figures follow each recipe's stated servings, so a larger plate has more protein and a smaller one has less. Adjust the portion to suit you.