Creamy Palak Paneer Recipe | A Flavorful Spinach and Cottage Cheese Delight

Ingredients:

Creamy Palak Paneer Recipe

250g fresh spinach leaves

200g paneer (cottage cheese), cubed

1 onion, finely chopped

2 tomatoes, chopped

2 green chilies, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, grated

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

1 teaspoon coriander powder

1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Salt to taste

2 tablespoons oil

Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Blanch the spinach leaves in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to ice water. Drain again and blend into a smooth paste.

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

Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chilies. Cook for another minute.

Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they turn soft and pulpy.

Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.

Pour in the spinach puree and cook for 5-7 minutes.

Add cubed paneer and garam masala. Stir gently and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Adjust the seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.