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Quick Palak Paneer
30 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
280 kcalCalories
16 gProtein
10 gCarbs
19 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

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.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • 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. 1

    Wash baby spinach. Roughly chop it.

  2. 2

    Cut paneer into cubes.

  3. 3

    Finely chop onion, garlic, and ginger.

  4. 4

    Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

  5. 5

    Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

  6. 6

    Add ginger and garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.

  7. 7

    Add tomato puree/paste, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

  8. 8

    Add chopped spinach. Cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.

  9. 9

    Add paneer cubes and garam masala. Stir gently and cook for 2-3 minutes until paneer is heated through.

  10. 10

    Adjust salt and serve hot.

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