Palak Paneer (Indian Spinach and Paneer)

Palak Paneer (Indian Spinach and Paneer)

This is my mom’s recipe. It’s easy to make and tasty to enjoy.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
2 servings
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • ½ pound paneer, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 dried red chile peppers, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 pinch salt to taste

Directions

Step 1
Heat a skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat; fry paneer cubes until lightly browned on each side, about 5 minutes. Transfer paneer to a bowl.

Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in the same skillet used to cook paneer over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and cook until seeds are slightly red. Stir water, spinach, tomato, garlic, chile peppers, ginger, curry powder, ground coriander, and ground turmeric into cumin seeds. Season with salt.

Step 3
Bring spinach mixture to a boil and simmer until garlic is very soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool.

Step 4
Transfer spinach mixture to a blender or food processor; puree until smooth.

Step 5
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon canola oil in a saucepan over medium heat; add spinach puree and paneer cubes. Simmer until hot, about 5 minutes.

Cook’s Note:

If you have a pressure cooker, use only 1 cup water and let the mixture boil at medium heat until 1 whistle.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

315
Calories
21g
Fat
16g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 315
% Daily Value *
Total Fat21g 27%
Saturated Fat5g 23%
Cholesterol17mg 6%
Sodium586mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate16g 6%
Dietary Fiber6g 20%
Total Sugars4g
Protein20g
Vitamin C54mg 269%
Calcium254mg 20%
Iron6mg 33%
Potassium1217mg 26%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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