Jul 14 2026
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Palak Paneer Recipe

Inspired by Mother India
Time40m
Serves4

Spinach and cheese curry, served with naan.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices

Other Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Spinach

    If using fresh spinach, wash and blanch it in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Drain and immediately transfer to ice water to stop the cooking process. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out excess water.

  2. 2

    Make the Paneer

    Cut the paneer into cubes. If desired, lightly fry the paneer cubes in a pan with a little oil until golden brown on all sides, then set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pan, heat the oil or ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then, add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

  2. 4

    Add Ginger, Garlic, and Green Chili

    Stir in the grated ginger, minced garlic, and slit green chili. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Tomatoes and Spices

    Add the pureed tomato, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 6

    Add Spinach

    Blend the blanched spinach into a smooth puree using a blender. Add this puree to the pan and mix well. Simmer for 5 minutes over low heat.

  5. 7

    Add Paneer and Cream

    Gently fold in the paneer cubes and, if using, the cream. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.

  6. 8

    Finish with Garam Masala

    Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and mix well. Adjust salt to taste.

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