Ching's Secret
Ching's Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix
20 g
20 g
Platforms delivering in Govindpuri
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores very poorly due to its extremely high sodium content. A single 20g packet, intended to be part of a meal for four, contains 2753 mg of sodium. This means each serving of the final dish contains approximately 688 mg of sodium, which is over 34% of the FSSAI's recommended daily intake from just the masala mix alone. The product is highly processed and relies on flavor enhancers rather than whole ingredients.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
1 g
of RDA
Very low in Protein. This is not a significant source.
Carbohydrates
66.5 g
of RDA
Contributes 22% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Energy
285 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 14% of daily Energy needs.
Total Fat
1.5 g
of RDA
Contributes 2% of daily Total Fat needs.
Saturated Fat
0 g
of RDA
Low in Saturated Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Trans Fat
0 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
1 g
of RDA
Low in Sugar. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
13765 mg
of RDA
⚠️ Very high in Sodium! Exceeds daily limits - consume sparingly.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Reduced-Sodium Paneer Chilli with Extra Veggies
1. To reduce sodium, use only half the packet (10g) and mix with 300ml water. 2. Stir-fry 200g paneer and a double portion of vegetables (200g) like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. 3. Add the diluted masala mix and simmer until thick, do not add any extra salt. 4. Garnish with fresh spring onions and serve with steamed brown rice.
Health Benefits
This modified recipe significantly cuts sodium intake while boosting fiber and vitamin content with extra vegetables.
Paneer Chilli Tikka Skewers
1. Create a marinade by mixing 1/4 of the masala packet (5g) with 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt. 2. Coat 200g of paneer cubes and 150g of cubed vegetables (onion, capsicum, tomato) in the marinade. 3. Thread onto skewers and let it rest for 20-30 minutes. 4. Grill, air-fry, or pan-sear the skewers until golden brown.
Health Benefits
A protein-rich, low-carb appetizer that uses a minimal amount of the high-sodium mix for flavour, balanced with probiotics from yogurt.
Additive Analysis
The additives used, such as flavor enhancers (E627, E631) and stabilizers (E415), are permitted by FSSAI. However, the primary health concern is not the additives but the exceptionally high sodium content, which poses a significant health risk for individuals with hypertension or those on a sodium-restricted diet.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
No artificial flavors added
Marketing Claims
The 'Cooks in 4/5 Min.' claim is potentially misleading as it likely refers only to the time to prepare the gravy from the mix, excluding preparation of paneer and vegetables. The most significant issue is the mismatch between the 'Serving size 20g' on the nutrition panel and the 'Serves-4' in the cooking instructions. This makes it difficult for a consumer to understand that a single portion of the final meal contains an extremely high amount of sodium.