Palak Paneer
A healthy, protein-rich Indian curry made with fresh spinach and soft paneer. Light, nutritious, and perfect for everyday meals.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Blanch spinach in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer to cold water to keep the green colour.
- Blend the blanched spinach with ginger, garlic and water to make a smooth green puree.
- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and cook until soft and light golden.
- Add tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
- Add turmeric, coriander powder, red chilli powder and salt. Mix well.
- Pour in the spinach puree and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on low flame.
- Add paneer cubes and simmer for 3 minutes. Do not overcook or paneer becomes chewy.
- Finish with garam masala and a spoon of fresh cream if you prefer a richer taste.
Notes
Use fresh spinach for bright colour. Lightly sauté paneer in 1 tsp oil before adding if you want firmer pieces. Serve hot with roti or jeera rice.
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