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Paneer and Spinach in Spiced Sauce
This creamy dish combines tender paneer and fresh spinach in a flavorful, spiced sauce that’s perfect for a comforting meal. It’s easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients that everyone will enjoy.
FROM THE KITCHEN • Paneer and Spinach in Spiced Sauce
01 THE RECIPE
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Step 1
Start by heating some oil in a large pot over medium heat. Toss in the chopped onion and garlic, cooking and stirring them until they turn a nice golden brown, which should take about 8 minutes. Turn the heat down a bit, then add the cloves, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin seeds, cinnamon, red chili powder, onion powder, and ground ginger. Let all those spices cook together until you can really smell their aroma, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Step 2
Next, stir in the water and tomato paste, then bring everything up to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer gently for around 10 minutes so the flavors blend nicely. Add the spinach to the pot, cover it, and let it cook until the spinach wilts, which usually takes about 10 minutes. Remove the lid and keep cooking until most of the liquid dries up and you see the oil start to separate, about 3 to 5 minutes.
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Step 3
Carefully transfer the spinach mixture to a blender. To avoid any accidents, hold the lid down with an oven mitt and blend until smooth. Pour this green puree back into the pot.
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Step 4
Finally, stir in the paneer cubes and heavy cream. Cover the pot again and let everything simmer over medium heat until the paneer is warmed through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Then it’s ready to serve!
Why you’ll love it
This dish combines creamy paneer with nutritious spinach, all simmered in a flavorful spiced sauce. It’s rich, comforting, and packed with protein and vitamins. Perfect for a wholesome meal that feels both hearty and fresh.
How to serve
Serve this with warm naan, chapati, or steamed basmati rice. A side of crisp cucumber salad or pickled onions will add a refreshing contrast to the creamy sauce.
Storage & leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, adding a little water if the sauce is too thick. This dish can also be frozen, but fresh spinach texture may soften after thawing.
