Palak Paneer (Paneer in Spinach Sauce)

Name: Palak Paneer (Paneer in Spinach Sauce)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: one recipe for Paneer ( or 24 ounces store-bought paneer, or crispy tofu, or chicken, or roasted veggies); 3 tablespoons ghee; one white or yellow onion, diced; 2 tablespoons ginger, rough chopped; 4 garlic cloves, rough chopped; ½ -1 jalapeno or use 2 serano chillies, rough chopped; 2 teaspoons cumin ( ground or seeds); 2 teaspoons coriander ( ground or seeds); 2 teaspoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds (optional); 10-12 ounces frozen spinach ( 1 ½ lbs fresh BABY spinach, see notes); 1 cup water; ¾ cup plain yogurt; ½ cup cashews; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon sugar or alternative; squeeze lemon (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Palak Paneer - Pan-seared Paneer is bathed in a smooth and luscious spinach sauce infused with Indian spices. An easy authentic recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners. This is an adaptable recipe, perfect for mixed households, see notes.

Updated at: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 23:17:34 GMT