Quick Palak Paneer
75% authentic · Indian
A simplified version of Palak Paneer that uses pre-pureed spinach or baby spinach for a faster cooking time, while retaining the core flavors of spinach and paneer in a spiced gravy.
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Ingredients
- Baby spinach500g
- Paneer200g
- Onion1 small
- Garlic2 cloves
- Ginger1/2 inch piece
- Tomatoes (pureed or paste)2 tbsp
- Oil1 tbsp
- Cumin seeds1/2 tsp
- Garam masala1/2 tsp
- Turmeric powder1/4 tsp
- Saltto taste
Steps
- 1
Wash baby spinach. Roughly chop it.
- 2
Cut paneer into cubes.
- 3
Finely chop onion, garlic, and ginger.
- 4
Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- 5
Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- 6
Add ginger and garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.
- 7
Add tomato puree/paste, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Add chopped spinach. Cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.
- 9
Add paneer cubes and garam masala. Stir gently and cook for 2-3 minutes until paneer is heated through.
- 10
Adjust salt and serve hot.
