Recipe Instructions:
Ingredients:
• 1 lb paneer, cut into cubes
• 1 lb fresh spinach leaves, washed and chopped
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, minced
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
• Salt, to taste
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
• Fry paneer cubes until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
• In the same pan, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
• Add finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté until onions are translucent.
• Add tomato puree, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder (if using), and salt. Cook until oil separates from the masala.
2. Blend and Simmer:
• Add chopped spinach leaves to the pan. Stir well and cook until spinach is wilted and cooked through.
• Blend the spinach mixture into a smooth paste using an immersion blender or transferring to a blender.
• Return blended spinach sauce to the pan. Stir in heavy cream and fried paneer cubes.
• Simmer for 5-10 minutes until flavors meld together and sauce thickens.
• Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
• Serve hot with naan or rice.
