Saturday, September 25, 2010

Palak Paneer (Paneer in spinach gravy)

You need
Palak (Spinach leaves) - 1 bunch (Chopped)
Paneer - 1 cup (small cubes)
Onions - 1/2 (Finely chopped)
Tomato - 1 (Finely chopped)
Cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
Red chilly powder - 1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
Amchur powder (Dry mango powder) - 1 teaspoon
Heavy cream - 1/2 cup
Garam masala - a pinch
Salt
Oil


Method


  • In a pan add oil and saute the onions until they turn translucent.
  • Add tomatoes, spinach leaves (Palak leaves) and cook until they become soft.
  • Cool and grind the above ingredients to a fine paste.
  • In the same pan, add oil and splutter cumin seeds. Add red chilly powder, turmeric powder and then pour in the spinach paste. Add required water to bring the right consistency. Add salt, cinnamon powder, amchur powder, coriander powder and bring it to a boil. Cover to avoid the mixture from spluttering everywhere.
  • Add the paneer cubes and finish off with heavy cream. 
  • Serve warm with rotis/parathas/rice.
  • Serving suggestion - Sprinkle a pinch of garam masala before serving.

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