Paneer tikka masala vs tofu bhurji: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick tofu bhurji; 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 tikka masala | Tofu bhurji |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 katori · 150 g | 1 katori · 120 g |
| Calories | 344 kcal | 163 kcal |
| Protein | 16 g | 11 g |
| Carbs | 6 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 29 g | 11 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 4.5 g | 6.5 g |
| Calories from fat | 75% | 61% |
What the numbers say
- Paneer tikka masala has 181 kcal more a serving than tofu bhurji. One serving of paneer tikka masala has the calories of about 2.1 servings of tofu bhurji.
- Paneer tikka masala has more protein: 16 g vs 11 g.
- For protein per calorie, tofu bhurji wins with 6.5 g per 100 kcal.
- They suit different diets: paneer tikka masala is vegetarian and tofu bhurji is vegan.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Tofu bhurji, 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.