Palak Paneer
Indian Dinner Recipes

Palak Paneer

Soft paneer cubes in a vibrant, lightly spiced spinach gravy — the iron-rich classic, made lighter with less cream.

314calories20gprotein

  • 30 minsTotal Time
  • 3Servings
  • MediumDifficulty
  • VegetarianDiet Type
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Palak Paneer

Ingredients

3 Servings

For the Gravy

To Finish

Serving Suggestions

Serve with phulka or jeera rice.

Good to Know

Nutrition values are approximate, per serving. IDYORA shares general wellness information — not medical advice.

Step by Step Instructions

  1. Step 1: Blanch the Spinach

    Blanch the Spinach

    Blanch spinach for 2 minutes, plunge into ice water and blend smooth with the green chilli.

  2. Step 2: Cook the Masala

    Cook the Masala

    Temper cumin in oil, sauté onion, ginger garlic paste and tomato until soft.

  3. Step 3: Add Spinach and Paneer

    Add Spinach and Paneer

    Stir in spinach puree, salt and garam masala. Simmer 3 minutes, then fold in paneer.

  4. Step 4: Finish

    Finish

    Swirl in cream if using and serve hot.

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