palak (spinach) paneer

Manchester, NH
Updated on Sep 9, 2011

A creamy spinach and paneer (indian home made cheese) dish, often served at indian restaurants.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method ---
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

  • Step 1
    If using frozen spinach, thaw and blend just enough to get a creamy texture, but without allowing it to become pasty.
  • Step 2
    Blend tomatoes and ginger to make a puree.
  • Step 3
    Mix coriander, turmeric and red chili with tomato puree and set aside.
  • Step 4
    Mix whole wheat flour with cream and set aside.
  • Step 5
    Heat oil to hot but not smoking.
  • Step 6
    Add cumin and asafetida to oil, allow to crack.
  • Step 7
    Add tomato puree and let cook until it reduces by half.
  • Step 8
    Add spinach and cook, covered, over med-low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Step 9
    Add cream mixture and paneer, let this cook another 4-5 minutes.
  • Step 10
    Transfer to serving dish and enjoy with naan or rice.

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Culture: Asian
Keyword: #cheese
Keyword: #spinach
Keyword: #Indian
Keyword: #paneer

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