Saag Paneer
A rich and creamy Indian dish made with spinach, paneer cheese, and fragrant spices.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or mustard greens)
- 1 cup paneer, cubed
- 1 tbsp ghee or oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 -inch ginger, grated
- 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or yogurt (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Wash and blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and blend into a smooth purée.
- Heat ghee or oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them sizzle.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chili, and cook for another minute.
- Add turmeric, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour in the spinach purée and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Gently fold in the paneer cubes and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Finish with a sprinkle of garam masala and a drizzle of cream or yogurt (if using).
- Serve hot with naan or rice.
Notes
- You can use frozen spinach if fresh is unavailable.
- Mustard greens can be mixed with spinach for a more traditional taste.