How to Make Easy Palak Paneer - A Step-by-Step Guide

Palak Paneer is a classic North Indian dish made with spinach and paneer (Indian cheese). This dish is not only incredibly delicious, but it's also packed with nutrients, making it a popular choice for individuals looking for a wholesome and flavorful meal.

While palak paneer may seem intimidating to make at first, it's actually quite simple and can be whipped up in no time with the right recipe. With a few basic ingredients and some straightforward cooking techniques, you can create ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 6 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
  • 2 cups cubed paneer

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion in hot oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, red pepper flakes, curry powder, cumin, and salt; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Mix spinach, tomatoes, water, and ginger into onion mixture; simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer spinach mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat; cook and stir paneer in hot oil until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in puréed spinach mixture and cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    195 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 773mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 212mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 711mg