PALAK PANEER

A traditional North Indian dish prepared using paneer (Indian cottage cheese) cooked in fresh spinach gravy along with a simple assortment of spices. Serves: 6 people Prep: 25 mins Cooking Time: 20 mins Health Hack: Paneer is a good source of protein especially for vegetarians and it’s a great way to add dairy to your diet. Spinach being rich in anti- oxidants and B vitamins, makes this a super nutritious dish.

Serves: 6 people | Prep : 25 mins | Cooking : 20 mins

Health Hack: Paneer is a good source of protein especially for vegetarians and it’s a great way to add dairy to your diet. Spinach being rich in anti- oxidants and B vitamins, makes this a super nutritious dish.

Fresh Ingredients

Spinach (Palak) - 500g
Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
Tomatoes - 2 medium pureed
Paneer – 250 gms
Garlic - 3 large cloves, finely chopped
Green chilli -1 or 2, whole
Fresh Cream - 2 tbsp. (optional)
Water – 300mls or add as required

Spices

Bay Leaf - 1.
Red chilli powder - 1/4 tsp.
Cumin - 1/2 tsp.
Vegetable Oil - 5 tbsp.
Salt – 1 tsp.

Step 1

Boil all the spinach in ¾ cup of water along with whole green chillies. Allow the spinach to cool, blend into a smooth paste, and set aside.

Step 2

Now in a pan, heat the oil on medium heat. Add bay leaf, cumin seeds, and allow them to sizzle for 30 seconds.

Step 3

Then add chopped onion and fry until it turns golden brown. Now add garlic and fry for a couple of minutes.

Step 4

Add pureed tomatoes and fry until the oil leaves the sides. Then add red chilli powder and a little salt.

Step 5

Add pureed spinach, bring to a boil, and then simmer for 10 mins to get the right consistency. Check for seasoning and add a little water if required at this stage.