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Palak Paneer

🔪 PREP TIME 20 mins
🔥 COOK TIME 25 mins
🍽️ SERVINGS 4 Servings
Palak Paneer
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Nutritional Breakdown

Per Serving
Calories 402 kcal
Protein 18 g
Carbs 40.8 g
Fat 19.7 g

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4 Servings
  • Paneer
    250 g
  • Spinach
    300 g
  • Onion
    1 pc
  • Garlic
    6 cloves
  • Green Chili
    2 pcs
  • Cream
    1.5 tbsp
  • Oil
    1.5 tbsp
  • Salt
    1.25 tsp
  • Water
    100 ml

💡 Short Description

Overview and quick notes for Palak Paneer

Paneer cubes in a smooth, vibrant spinach gravy, seasoned with garlic and cream.

👨‍🍳 Cooking Instructions

Full recipe instructions for preparing Palak Paneer

🔥 Prep

  • Cut the 250 g paneer into 1.5 cm cubes and set aside.
  • Rinse the 300 g spinach thoroughly, then roughly chop it.
  • Peel and finely chop the 1 onion.
  • Peel and mince the 6 cloves of garlic.
  • Stem and finely slice the 2 green chillies.
  • Measure out 1.5 tbsp cream and keep ready.
  • Measure out 1.5 tbsp oil.
  • Measure out 1.25 tsp salt.
  • Measure out 100 ml water.

🔥 Cook

  • 1. Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • 2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3‑4 minutes until translucent.
  • 3. Add the minced garlic and sliced green chillies and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • 4. Add the chopped spinach and 100 ml water, cover and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes until wilted.
  • 5. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth; return the puree to the pan.
  • 6. Add the paneer cubes and simmer on low heat for 4 minutes to let them absorb flavor.
  • 7. Stir in the cream, 1.25 tsp salt, and mix well; cook on low heat for 2 minutes.
  • 8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then remove from heat.

🔥 Serve

  • Transfer the palak paneer to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of extra cream (optional).
  • Serve hot alongside warm naan, roti, or steamed basmati rice.
  • Pair with sliced onions and lemon wedges on the side for a fresh contrast.

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