Palak Paneer

Palak Paneer is a comforting Indian curry with tender paneer and spinach in a well-cooked masala. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve hot with multigrain roti, multigrain naan, or steamed rice. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Comfort Food

Palak Paneer

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: North Indian Courses: Main Course Recipe Keys: F Four servings I Indian recipe P Palak Paneer

Difficulty: Beginner Total Time 55 mins

Calories: 330

Description

A comforting Indian curry with tender paneer and spinach in a well-cooked masala.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 500 g paneer cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1 large onion finely chopped
• 1 small tomato chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chilli powder
• 6 packed cups spinach leaves
• blanched and puréed
• ¹⁄₂ cup hot water
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons chopped coriander

Instructions

1. Blanch the spinach for 2 minutes, cool it in cold water, and blend it to a smooth puree.
2. Heat the ghee in a heavy pan over medium heat. Add the whole spice and let it become aromatic.
3. Add the onion and cook until soft and light golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add tomatoes, coriander powder, turmeric, chilli powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and the ghee begins to separate.
5. Add the spinach puree and water to the cooked masala. Simmer gently for 5 minutes, then add the paneer cubes.
6. Cook for only 4 more minutes so the paneer stays soft and the spinach keeps its colour.
7. Add garam masala and 1 teaspoon ghee. Mix gently and serve hot..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 330kcal

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