Palak Paneer

Palak paneer is an Indian dish made with spinach puree and cubes of paneer cheese. It is a quick vegetarian dish and pairs well with naan, roti, paratha, or even steamed basmati rice

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Keyword palak, palak paneer, paneer, spinach curry, spinach with cheese

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 177kcal

Ingredients

500 grams Spinach fresh
300 grams Paneer, Indian cottage cheese
2 tbsp Olive oil or cooking oil
1 large Onion finely chopped
4 large Garlic cloves
1 inch Fresh ginger
1 large Tomatoes
2 medium Green chilies (optional)
1 tbsp Red chili powder
1 tbsp Coriander powder
1 tsp Cumin powder
½ tsp Garam masala
¼ cup Heavy cream 15 - 25 %
½ tsp Kasuri methi (optional)
½ tsp Sugar
½ tsp Kosher salt
½ tsp Black pepper
1 tbsp Lemon juice

Instructions

Blanch - Clean, trim, and wash the spinach under running water. Add salt and spinach to a pot of boiling water. Blanch for 2 to 3 minutes then drain and put the spinach in a bowl of ice water.
Pro tip - dipping in ice water will help retain the bright green color of the spinach.
500 grams Spinach
Blend - Drain the spinach thoroughly and put it in the blender. Blend until smooth. Remove the spinach into a small bowl. In the same blender blend the tomatoes and set aside,
Saute - In a saute pan over medium heat, add the oil and saute the onions, ginger, garlic, and green chilies.
2 tbsp Olive oil, 4 large Garlic cloves, 1 inch Fresh ginger, 2 medium Green chilies, 1 large Onion
Spices - Next, add the tomato puree and spices. Continue to saute utnil fragrant. Add a few tablespoons of water if necessary.
1 tbsp Red chili powder, 1 tbsp Coriander powder, 1 tsp Cumin powder, ½ tsp Garam masala, 1 large Tomatoes
Spinach - Add the spinach, kasoori methi, sugar, and 1/2 cup of water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer on low for 10 minutes.
½ tsp Kasuri methi, ½ tsp Sugar, ½ tsp Kosher salt, ½ tsp Black pepper
Finish - Finally, add the heavy cream and combine well. Then add the paneer cubes and lemon juice. Stir carefully. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with a splash of cream on top.
Pro tip - paneer can break easily so stir carefully.
300 grams Paneer, Indian cottage cheese, ¼ cup Heavy cream, 1 tbsp Lemon juice

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