Palak Paneer is a popular North Indian dish made with spinach (palak) and paneer (cottage cheese). This delicious and healthy dish is packed with nutrients and can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. Making Palak Paneer at home is easy and requires just a few simple ingredients. Here’s how you can make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of paneer, cut into cubes
- 1 bunch of spinach (palak), washed and chopped
- 2 medium-sized onions, chopped
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste
- 1 green chili, chopped
- 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- Salt to taste
- Water as required
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter for a few seconds.
- Add chopped onions and fry until they turn translucent.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and fry for a minute.
- Add chopped tomatoes and green chili. Fry until they turn soft.
- Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
- Add chopped spinach and mix well. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Let the mixture cool down and blend it into a smooth puree.
- Heat the same pan and add the puree. Add water if required to adjust the consistency.
- Add paneer cubes and salt to taste. Mix gently and cook for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with cream (optional) and serve hot with rice or naan.
Tips:
- Use fresh spinach for better taste and texture.
- You can add cream or yogurt for a richer taste.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- Use homemade paneer for better taste.
- Add kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) for added flavor.
In conclusion, Palak Paneer is a delicious and healthy dish that you can easily make at home. It is a perfect meal for vegetarians and can be enjoyed with your favorite bread or rice. Try this recipe and enjoy the authentic taste of North Indian cuisine in the comfort of your home.