Made with AI
Palak Paneer
Ingredients
- fresh spinach500 g
- paneer200 g
- vegetable oil2 tbsp
- large onion1 piece
- garlic2 cloves
- grated ginger1 tbsp
- green chilies2 pieces
- ground cumin1 tsp
- ground coriander1 tsp
- ground turmeric0,5 tsp
- garam masala0,5 tsp
- canned tomatoes200 g
- heavy cream100 ml
- salt1 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Wash the spinach thoroughly and blanch it in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to ice-cold water to retain the green color.
- 2
Blend the blanched spinach into a smooth puree and set aside.
- 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- 4
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chilies. Sauté for another 2 minutes.
- 5
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, and garam masala. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- 6
Add the canned tomatoes and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
- 7
Stir in the spinach puree and cook for 5-7 minutes on medium heat.
- 8
Add the paneer cubes and mix gently. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- 9
Stir in the heavy cream and salt. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 10
Serve hot with naan or rice.
