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Palak Paneer – Creamy Spinach & Cottage Cheese Curry

Palak Paneer is a classic North Indian vegetarian curry made with spinach puree and soft paneer cubes. This dish is rich in protein, nutrients, and authentic flavors, making it one of the most popular Indian curries worldwide.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian, North Indian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:
  • 250 g paneer cubed
  • 2 bunches spinach washed, blanched, pureed
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes pureed
  • 1 green chili optional
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 2 tbsp cream optional
  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Blanch spinach leaves in boiling water for 2 minutes, then puree.
  2. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and sauté onions until golden.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
  4. Stir in tomato puree, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates.
  5. Add spinach puree, simmer 5 minutes.
  6. Mix in paneer cubes and garam masala.
  7. Finish with cream if desired.
  8. Serve hot with naan or rice.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
  • Best enjoyed with butter naan or garlic naan.
  • Serve with jeera rice or basmati rice for a wholesome meal.
  • Add cucumber raita and papad for balance.