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Authentic Palak Paneer

A deeply vibrant, herbaceous vegetarian dish consisting of fresh paneer cheese cubes simmered in a smooth, spiced spinach purée.

IndianPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1h
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  1. 1

    Blanch spinach in water for 2 minutes , then immediately plunge into an ice bath. Purée in a blender.

  2. 2

    Lightly pan- the paneer cubes in a little oil until golden. Soak in warm water to keep them soft.

  3. 3

    Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds until they pop, then add onions, ginger, and garlic, ing until golden.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes, turmeric, and salt. Cook until tomatoes break down into a paste.

  5. 5

    Pour in the spinach purée. gently for 5 minutes (do not overcook or it loses its bright green color).

  6. 6

    Fold in the paneer cubes and garam masala. Serve hot.

📋Details

CuisineIndian
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
29%
💧Water
27%
🌍Earth
31%
💨Air
12%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat7%
Entropy13%
Reactivity80%
0.170
Heat
0.290
Entropy
1.807
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

296.71cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
15%
of 2000 cal
protein15.8g21%
carbs11.38g15%
fat21.72g66%
% Daily Value
Protein
15.8g32%
Carbs
11.38g4%
Fat
21.72g28%
Fiber
3.78g13%
Sugar
3.78g8%
Sodium
28.86mg1%