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Palak Paneer

Cultural Context

Palak Paneer is a popular North Indian dish made with spinach and paneer cheese. It is often served with flatbreads like naan or roti and is a staple in many Indian households. The dish showcases the use of leafy greens in Indian cuisine, reflecting the country's agricultural diversity. It is commonly enjoyed during meals and is also a favorite in restaurants, symbolizing the rich culinary heritage of India.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup oil
1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
1 teaspoon cumin powder
250 ml chopped green chili
1 finely chopped tomato
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon finely chopped spinach
paneer
onion

paneer

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Tofu is lower in calories and a good protein source; ricotta is often less expensive.

cream

🥗Healthier: yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories; milk can be a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Boil water and add spinach for 2 minutes, then strain and cool in cold water.

2

In a pan, heat 1 cup oil and add cumin seeds until they splutter.

3

Add finely chopped onions and sauté for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

4

Add ginger garlic paste and sauté for 2 minutes.

5

Add chopped green chili and salt to taste, then mix well.

6

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.

7

Blend the onion-tomato mixture to a paste.

8

In a separate pan, heat oil and add spices: turmeric, red chili powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder.

9

Add the blended paste and mix well, cooking for 5 minutes.

10

Add the boiled spinach and mix thoroughly.

11

Add paneer cubes and cook for 1 minute on medium flame.

Cooking Techniques

blendingsautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

panstrainerblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Spinach CheeseSaag Paneer

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