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Easy Palak Paneer Recipe
Easy palak paneer recipe creates a delicious Indian dish that's equally good on its own or served with rice for a complete meal. This simplified approach to the beloved spinach and paneer combination makes restaurant-quality results accessible to home cooks of all skill levels. The easy preparation method maintains authentic flavors while streamlining the cooking process for busy families. This delicious dish showcases how traditional Indian cooking can be adapted for convenience without sacrificing taste. The versatility of serving it standalone or with rice makes this palak paneer perfect for various dining occasions and preferences.
This palak paneer recipe is a delicious Indian dish that is good on its own or served with rice or naan bread. Substitute tofu for paneer to make it vegan.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3 tomatoes, diced
1 cup water
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
2 cups cubed paneer
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion in hot oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
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Add garlic, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, red pepper flakes, curry powder, cumin, and salt; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Mix spinach, tomatoes, water, and ginger into onion mixture; simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
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Transfer spinach mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Set aside.
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Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat; cook and stir paneer in hot oil until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in puréed spinach mixture and cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 195 | Calories |
| 9g | Fat |
| 16g | Carbs |
| 15g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 195 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium 773mg | 34% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 15g | 29% |
| Vitamin C 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium 212mg | 16% |
| Iron 3mg | 19% |
| Potassium 711mg | 15% |
* 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.
