Sulekha Curry Leaf

Palak Paneer

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Ingredient
  • Spinach - 1, 16oz pkt chopped, frozen (about 1/2 kg)
  • Paneer - 7 oz or 200 g
  • Oil - 3 tbsp
  • Onions - 2 med, minced
  • Ginger - 1″ pc, minced
  • Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
  • Water - 1/2 cup
  • Tomatoes - 2 large or 1, 14oz can diced (pureed)
  • Garam Masala - 2 tsp
  • Cumin Powder - 1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder - 2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder - to taste
  • Salt - to taste
  • Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Heavy Whipping Cream - 8 tbsp or to taste
  • Milk - to taste (optional)

Directions
  • Cook frozen Spinach with 1/2 cup Water in a microwave safe dish for 7-8 minutes stirring in between.
  • Blend cooked Spinach to desired texture (avoid over-blending).
    Heat 2 tbsp Oil in a medium non-stick pan on high heat.
  • Once Oil is hot, add in the minced Onions, stir, cover and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the Ginger and Garlic and mix. Cook for another 4-5 minutes.
  • Add in the Tomates, cover and cook till the oil seperates from the mixture.
  • Keep stirring frequently as the Masala (Onion, Tomato, Ginger & Garlic mixture) tends to burn very fast.
  • While the Masala is cooking, cube the paneer to desired size…1/2″ cubes work well.
  • In a non-stick frying pan, heat the remaining 1 tbsp Oil.
  • Once Oil is hot, add in the paneer cubes and let them cook till they are golden brown on all sides.
  • Remove from the pan into a plate with paper towel to soak the excess oil.
  • In a couple of minutes, pour the Paneer into a bowl of cold water. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, once the Masala is prepared, add in the mashed Spinach.
  • Mix and add the Garam Masala, Cumin Powder, Coriander Powder, Salt, Chili Powder & Turmeric Powder.
  • Mix well and cook for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add in the desired amount of Cream and /or Milk. Mix and cook for another few minutes.
  • Gently squeeze the water out of the Paneer and put the Paneer in the Spinach.
  • Mix gently and serve hot.
  • Serves 4 . Enjoy with Naan, Chapati, Paratha or Rice.


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