Saag Paneer (Panir) – Indian Spinach and Cheese

Saag Paneer is a popular dish in North Indian cuisine and is known for its creamy spinach gravy and soft paneer cubes.

This is vegetarian, gluten free, high protein and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Saag Paneer (Panir) – Indian Spinach and Cheese

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Paneer (Indian Cottage Cheese)
• 500 gram Spinach
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Green Chili
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cream

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pan and fry the paneer cubes until golden brown. Remove and keep aside.
2. In the same pan, add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then add chopped onion, ginger, garlic, and green chili. Saute until the onions turn translucent.
3. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft.
4. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Add spinach leaves and cook until they wilt.
6. Allow the mixture to cool down and then blend it into a smooth paste.
7. Heat the same pan again and add the spinach paste. Cook for a few minutes.
8. Add fried paneer cubes and garam masala. Mix well.
9. Finally, add fresh cream and cook for another minute.
10. Serve hot with naan or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.