Palak Paneer (Spinach and Cottage Cheese)

Palak Paneer (Spinach and Cottage Cheese)

Ingredients:

• 200g paneer (cottage cheese), cubed
• 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Blanch Spinach: Boil water in a pot and add spinach. Cook for 2 minutes, then transfer to ice-cold water. Drain and blend into a smooth puree.
2. Cook the Base: Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds. When they splutter, add onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add Aromatics: Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, sauté for a minute.
4. Tomatoes and Spices: Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
5. Combine Spinach: Add the spinach puree to the pan, mix well. Cook for 5 minutes.
6. Add Paneer: Add cubed paneer and garam masala. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the paneer to absorb the flavors.
7. Serve: Serve hot with roti or rice.