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Palak Paneer

A nutritious and flavorful dish featuring paneer cubes in a smooth, spiced spinach gravy.

Prep Time: 35 - 40 mins | Difficulty: Easy

Home-cooked Fresh Palak Paneer

Ingredients You'll Need 🛒:

  • 500g Fresh Spinach (Palak), blanched and pureed
  • 200g Paneer, cubed (lightly fried if preferred)
  • 1 large Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium Tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds (Jeera)
  • 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
  • 2 Green chilies, slit
  • Spices: Salt, Garam Masala, Turmeric
  • 1 tbsp Heavy cream or butter for finishing

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions 👨‍🍳:

  1. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2 minutes, then immediately plunge into cold water to retain the green color. Blend into a smooth puree.
  2. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they sizzle, add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for another minute.
  4. Add the tomato puree and cook until the moisture evaporates and oil begins to separate.
  5. Pour in the spinach puree and add salt, turmeric, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes on medium-low heat.
  6. Gently fold in the paneer cubes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes so the paneer absorbs the flavors.
  7. Turn off the heat and stir in fresh cream or a dollop of butter.
  8. Serve hot with Makki di Roti or steamed Basmati rice.