Delight in the rich, creamy goodness of Palak Paneer, a classic North Indian dish. Made with fresh spinach and soft paneer cubes, this curry is packed with flavor, nutrients, and an irresistible aroma. Perfect for pairing with naan, roti, or steamed rice, Palak Paneer is a wholesome meal that's easy to prepare and enjoy.
Recipe Details
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
35 minutes
Servings:
4
Vegetarian:
Yes
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~250 kcal
- Protein: 10 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
Ingredients for Palak Paneer
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- 100g fresh spinach leaves
- 100g paneer, cubed
- 1/2 tbsp oil or ghee
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 inch ginger, grated
- 1/2 medium tomato, pureed
- 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 200g fresh spinach leaves
- 200g paneer, cubed
- 1 tbsp oil or ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 medium tomato, pureed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 300g fresh spinach leaves
- 300g paneer, cubed
- 1 1/2 tbsp oil or ghee
- 1 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 1/2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 inches ginger, grated
- 1 1/2 medium tomatoes, pureed
- 6 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 3/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 3/4 tsp red chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 400g fresh spinach leaves
- 400g paneer, cubed
- 2 tbsp oil or ghee
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 inches ginger, grated
- 2 medium tomatoes, pureed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 2 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 500g fresh spinach leaves
- 500g paneer, cubed
- 2 1/2 tbsp oil or ghee
- 2 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 1/2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 inches ginger, grated
- 2 1/2 medium tomatoes, pureed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 1/4 tsp red chili powder
- 2 1/2 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Step 1
Blanch the Spinach
Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly. Blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to ice water. Blend into a smooth puree and set aside. - Step 2
Prepare the Base
Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant. - Step 3
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in tomato puree, turmeric, chili powder, and garam masala. Cook until the oil separates. - Step 4
Combine Spinach and Paneer
Add the spinach puree to the pan and mix well. Gently stir in the paneer cubes. Simmer for 5 minutes. - Step 5
Finish and Serve
Stir in cream or milk and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice.
Tips for Perfect Palak Paneer
- Use Fresh Spinach: Fresh spinach enhances the taste and color of the dish.
- Adjust Creaminess: Use more cream for a richer texture or skip for a lighter version.
- Paneer Options: Use tofu as a substitute for paneer for a vegan version.
Palak Paneer is a delightful, healthy, and flavorful dish that everyone will love. Customize it to your taste and enjoy the delicious blend of creamy spinach and soft paneer!