Name: Palak Paneer Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 3 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 200 gm Paneer; 250 gm Palak (Spinach); 2 Onion; 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1 Boiled Tomato; 2 tsp Cream; 2 tsp Ghee; 1/4 tsp Turmeric; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder; Small Piece Cinnamon; 1 Bay Leaf; 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds (Jeera); To Taste Salt

Ready in

45 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

25 min

Serving

3 People

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Recipe by How To Cook That on YouTube

Summary

Learn how to make delicious Palak Paneer, a classic Indian dish featuring spinach puree and paneer cheese in a rich, flavorful gravy. This recipe guides you through preparing the spinach, making the onion and tomato bases, and combining them for a creamy, aromatic curry.

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All Ingredients - Main Ingredients

Paneer 200 gm
Palak (Spinach) 250 gm
Onion 2
Ginger Garlic Paste 1 tbsp
Boiled Tomato 1
Cream 2 tsp
Ghee 2 tsp

All Ingredients - Spices

Turmeric 1/4 tsp
Coriander Powder 1 tsp
Red Chilli Powder 1 tsp
Cinnamon Small Piece
Bay Leaf 1
Garam Masala 1/2 tsp
Cumin Seeds (Jeera) 1 tsp
Salt To Taste

Tools You'll Need

Spice level: HotPack water — this one bites back.

From:GingerChili powderGaram masala

Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps

No Paneer?
- Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
- Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
No Bay leaf?
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
- Pinch of dried oregano
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom

⚠ Contains Allergens

Dairy

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Palak Paste

Boil 250gm of palak (spinach) until tender. Separate the water and grind the boiled palak in a mixer to a fine paste. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare Tomato Puree

Take 1 boiled tomato, remove its skin, and blend it in a mixer to create a smooth puree. Set aside.

Step 3: Saute Cumin Seeds and Onions

In a pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds (jeera) and for until fragrant. Add 2 sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Mix well, then cover and cook on low flame for until the onions are light brown and tender.

Step 4: Make Onion Paste

Transfer the onions to a mixer and blend them into a smooth paste. Set aside.

Step 5: Prepare the Gravy Base

In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of oil. Add a small piece of cinnamon and 1 bay leaf. Then add 1 tablespoon of ginger garlic paste and for . Add 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, and 1 teaspoon red chili powder. for another .

Step 6: Cook Tomato and Onion Pastes

Add the prepared tomato puree to the pan. Mix well and cook for until the oil starts to separate from the mixture. Then, add the onion paste and mix thoroughly. Cook for , stirring continuously.

Step 7: Add Palak Paste and Paneer

Add salt to taste and 1/2 teaspoon garam masala to the gravy base. Mix well. Pour in 1/2 cup of water and stir. Finally, add the palak paste and mix until well combined. Add the paneer cubes and gently stir.

Step 8: Finish with Cream and Ghee

Add 2 teaspoons of cream and 2 teaspoons of ghee to the palak paneer. Stir gently to incorporate. The Palak Paneer is now ready to serve.

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