Palak Panner

INGREDIENTS

• 250g paneer (cubed)
• 2 bunches of fresh spinach (palak)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 2 tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1-2 green chilies
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 2 tbsp fresh cream (optional)
• 1 tbsp oil or ghee
• Salt to taste

Recipe

Step 1: Blanch and Blend Spinach

- Boil water and blanch the spinach for 2-3 mins. Drain and transfer to ice water immediately.

- Blend the spinach with green chilies into a smooth puree. Keep aside.

Step 2: Prepare Masala

- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden.

- Add ginger-garlic paste and cook till raw smell disappears.

- Add chopped tomatoes and turmeric. Cook until tomatoes are soft.

Step 3: Add Spinach Puree

- Add the palak puree to the pan. Cook for 4–5 minutes on low flame. Add salt and garam masala.

Step 4: Add Paneer

- Add paneer cubes and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Mix gently.

- Stir in fresh cream if using for a richer taste.

Step 5: Serve

- Serve hot with roti, naan, jeera rice or paratha.