Palak Paneer
Saag paneer — paneer in a smooth spinach gravy. Different from palak paneer (which often includes other greens). Pure spinach-based vegetarian curry.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
21 min
Servings
6
Calories
282 cal
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- Spinach3 cups
- Paneer375 g
- Garlic4 ½ cloves
- Onion1 ½ medium
- Tomato3 medium
- Ginger1 ½ tsp
- Garam Masala1 ½
- Cream¾ cup
- Salt1 ½ tsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 6 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Spinach3 cups
- Paneer375 g
- Garlic4.5 cloves
- Onion1.5 medium
- Tomato3 medium
- Ginger1.5 tsp
- Garam Masala1.5
- Cream0.75 cup
- Salt1.5 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Blanch 1 lb fresh spinach in boiling water 30 sec. Plunge into ice water. Squeeze dry. Blend smooth with ¼ cup water.
- 2
Heat 3 tablespoons ghee in pot. Add 1 chopped onion, cook 8 minutes until golden.
- 3
Add 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste, 1 chopped green chili. Cook 1 min.
- 4
Add 1 teaspoon cumin powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1 teaspoon garam masala, ½ teaspoon turmeric, 1.5 teaspoons salt. Cook 1 min.
- 5
Add the spinach puree and ¼ cup water. Simmer 10 min. Stir in ½ cup heavy cream.
- 6
Add 14 oz cubed paneer. Simmer 5 min. Finish with 1 teaspoon kasoori methi, butter pat. Serve with naan or rice.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Blanch and shock spinach. Bright green.
- 2.Smooth puree.
- 3.Don't overcook paneer.
- 4.Kasoori methi at end.
🔬 Why It Works
Saag paneer succeeds because the blanch-shock method preserves the bright green color of spinach. The smooth puree creates the proper sauce texture. Cream balances the earthy spinach.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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