How to Make the Best Palak Paneer at Home
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Palak Paneer is a classic North Indian dish that is loved for its creamy texture, rich flavor, and vibrant green color.
This vegetarian dish is made with paneer (Indian cottage cheese) that is cooked in a creamy spinach sauce.
The combination of spinach and paneer creates a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 block paneer, cubed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt to taste
- Ghee or butter for cooking
Instructions:
1. Prepare the spinach: In a large pot, bring a few inches of water to a boil. Add the chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until wilted.
2. Sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger: Heat ghee or butter in a large pan over medium heat.
3. Add the spices: Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala to the pan. Cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the spinach: Add the cooked spinach to the pan and stir to combine.
Add the paneer: Add the cubed paneer to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
Add the cream and water: Add the heavy cream and water to the pan and stir to combine.
Drain the spinach and set aside.
2. Sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger: Heat ghee or butter in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the onions and cook until softened and golden brown. Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
3. Add the spices: Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala to the pan. Cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the spinach: Add the cooked spinach to the pan and stir to combine.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is heated through.
Add the paneer: Add the cubed paneer to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
Add the cream and water: Add the heavy cream and water to the pan and stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Season to taste: Season with salt to taste.
Serve: Serve hot with naan or rice.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, you can add a few tablespoons of cashew nuts or almonds to the spinach puree.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or coconut milk.
- For a spicier dish, you can add more red chili powder.
- To make this dish vegan, you can use tofu instead of paneer.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
I hope you enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make Palak Paneer recipe!