Palak Paneer (Spinach Curry)

Palak Paneer (Spinach Curry)

Given to me by a co-worker from Bangalore, this is a southern Indian recipe for palak paneer. It was easy to make and very delicious!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
2 servings
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¾ cup chopped onion
  • 2 green chile peppers, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground red chiles
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 8 ounces paneer, cubed

Directions

Step 1
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir spinach in hot oil until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer spinach to a blender or food processor; puree until spinach becomes a coarse paste.

Step 2
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook cumin in hot oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add onion, green chile peppers, and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cover saucepan. Simmer for 1 minute and add blended spinach paste, water, ground coriander, red chile powder, and salt. Continue to cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 3
Stir paneer into spinach mixture and simmer until hot, 1 to 2 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

333
Calories
20g
Fat
23g
Carbs
19g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 333
% Daily Value *
Total Fat20g 26%
Saturated Fat6g 28%
Cholesterol17mg 6%
Sodium7499mg 326%
Total Carbohydrate23g 8%
Dietary Fiber6g 21%
Total Sugars9g
Protein19g
Vitamin C145mg 726%
Calcium190mg 15%
Iron4mg 20%
Potassium963mg 20%

*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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