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A creamy palak paneer recipe in a black bowl, garnished with fresh cream and a sprig of cilantro, presented on a dark stone surface.

Easy Palak Paneer Recipe

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Aliana Recipes
Creamy spinach curry with soft cheese cubes offers pure comfort in every bite. I love recreating this childhood favorite that converts even green-veggie skeptics with its rich, smooth sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings:4 people
Course:Dinner
Cuisine:Indian
Calories:300kcal
Cost:$10
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • fresh spinach leaves Rinsed thoroughly
  • paneer or firm tofu Cubed
  • 1 onion Chopped
  • ginger and garlic paste For aromatics
  • tomatoes Chopped
  • cumin powder To taste
  • coriander powder To taste
  • turmeric powder For color
  • red chili powder Adjust to heat preference
  • oil or ghee For sautéing
  • water For blending

Equipment

  • 1 large pan or pot For cooking curry
  • 1 Blender or food processor To purée spinach
  • 1 Wooden spoon For stirring
  • 1 Slotted spoon To transfer spinach
  • 1 bowl For ice water

Method
 

  1. Wash spinach leaves thoroughly and blanch in boiling water to retain color until bright green.
  2. Transfer leaves immediately to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  3. Blend drained spinach with a little water to form a smooth purée.
  4. Sauté chopped onions in heated oil or ghee to build flavor until golden brown.
  5. Cook ginger and garlic paste briefly to release aromatics until fragrant.
  6. Simmer chopped tomatoes with powdered spices to meld flavors until oil separates.
  7. Stir spinach purée into the tomato base to combine elements until sauce thickens.
  8. Fold in paneer cubes gently to warm through without breaking cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 350gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Soak paneer cubes in warm water for 20 minutes before adding to ensure soft texture. Avoid over-stirring after adding cheese because paneer can break apart easily. Add paneer at the very end to prevent it from becoming tough or rubbery.