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September 16, 2025
Authentic Saag Paneer Recipe
Authentic saag paneer represents classic Indian dish featuring cooked spinach studded with cubes of fried paneer cheese, thickened with cream for traditional preparation. This genuine recipe ensures authentic flavors through proper spinach cooking and paneer preparation techniques that honor traditional methods. The classic Indian status demonstrates how certain dishes become fundamental representations of regional cuisine through exceptional taste and cultural significance. This cooked spinach base provides nutritious foundation while fried paneer cubes add protein and textural contrast. The cream thickening creates rich consistency that makes this saag paneer indulgent while maintaining the healthy benefits of spinach-based preparation.
Saag paneer is a classic Indian dish of cooked spinach studded with cubes of fried paneer cheese. Thickened with cream or coconut milk, it’s a hearty and filling vegetarian meal.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
4
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Ingredients
2 bunches spinach, roughly chopped
1 bunch fenugreek leaves, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
½ pound paneer, cubed
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tomato, diced
2 teaspoons garam masala
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup heavy whipping cream
salt to taste
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; add spinach and fenugreek and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Drain well.
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Transfer to a food processor and blend until finely chopped, about 5 pulses.
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Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add paneer cubes and fry until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer paneer onto a plate.
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Heat remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil in the same skillet over medium heat; add cumin seeds and fry until lightly toasted and aromatic, about 3 minutes.
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Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and stir to coat.
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Stir in tomato, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; cook until tomato breaks down, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
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Stir in pureed spinach mixture, paneer cubes, and cream; add salt to taste.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Recipe Tip
You can substitute coconut milk for the cream.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 299 | Calories |
| 20g | Fat |
| 18g | Carbs |
| 17g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 299 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 20g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium 480mg | 21% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 19% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin C 108mg | 120% |
| Calcium 366mg | 28% |
| Iron 16mg | 90% |
| Potassium 1190mg | 25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
