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Palak Paneer is a popular north Indian main course recipe made with blanched spinach and soft paneer. The dish is known for its combination of mild spices and the luscious green colour. It's a high source of protein and rich in iron. Usually served with rotis or rice, it is not only delicious but also extremely healthy.
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Recipe
Ingredients
fresh spinach (palak)
300 grams
paneer (cottage cheese)
200 grams
green chillies
2
cumin seeds (jeera)
1 teaspoon
onion, finely chopped
1
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon
coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon
garam masala
1/2 teaspoon
oil
2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
Directions
Step 1:
Blanch the spinach leaves in boiling water for 2 minutes. Then, cool and blend it to make a smooth puree.
Step 2:
In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add the finely chopped onions and sauté till translucent.
Step 3:
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute till the raw smell vanishes.
Step 4:
Add the spinach puree and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 5:
Now add the cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for another minute.
Step 6:
Add paneer cubes and salt, cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 7:
Serve hot with roti or rice.
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