palak (spinach) paneer
A creamy spinach and paneer (indian home made cheese) dish, often served at indian restaurants.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
25 Min
method
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yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 10 ounces package chopped frozen spinach
- 1/3 pound fried paneer
- 2 medium tomatoes pureed
- 1 teaspoon ginger chopped
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon tuermeric
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 pinch asafetida
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
- 1/3 cup cream
How To Make palak (spinach) paneer
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Step 1If using frozen spinach, thaw and blend just enough to get a creamy texture, but without allowing it to become pasty.
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Step 2Blend tomatoes and ginger to make a puree.
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Step 3Mix coriander, turmeric and red chili with tomato puree and set aside.
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Step 4Mix whole wheat flour with cream and set aside.
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Step 5Heat oil to hot but not smoking.
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Step 6Add cumin and asafetida to oil, allow to crack.
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Step 7Add tomato puree and let cook until it reduces by half.
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Step 8Add spinach and cook, covered, over med-low heat for 10 minutes.
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Step 9Add cream mixture and paneer, let this cook another 4-5 minutes.
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Step 10Transfer to serving dish and enjoy with naan or rice.
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