Enjoy a classic Indian dish with this authentic Saag Paneer recipe, featuring creamy spinach and paneer cheese cooked with aromatic spices.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 2 tablespoons cream
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon garlic
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 2 green chili
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large onion
- 250 grams paneer
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 500 grams spinach
- 2 medium tomato
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
Directions
Step 1
Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and blend into a smooth paste.
Step 2
Cut the paneer into cubes and lightly fry them in a pan until golden brown. Set aside.
Step 3
Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Step 4
Add ginger paste, garlic paste, and green chilies. Sauté for a few minutes.
Step 5
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
Step 6
Add turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
Step 7
Add the spinach paste and cook for 5-7 minutes on medium heat.
Step 8
Add the fried paneer cubes and garam masala. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 9
Finish by adding cream and stir well. Cook for another 2 minutes and turn off the heat.