Authentic Saag Paneer

Name: Authentic Saag Paneer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 bunches spinach, roughly chopped; 1 bunch fenugreek leaves, roughly chopped; 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 0.5 pound paneer, cubed; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1 tomato, diced; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric; 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream; salt to taste

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Saag paneer is a classic Indian dish of cooked spinach studded with cubes of fried paneer cheese. Thickened with cream or coconut milk, it's a hearty and filling vegetarian meal.

Recipe by Allrecipes

Updated on May 18, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

2 bunches spinach, roughly chopped
1 bunch fenugreek leaves, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
½ pound paneer, cubed
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tomato, diced
2 teaspoons garam masala
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup heavy whipping cream
salt to taste

Directions

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; add spinach and fenugreek and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Drain well; transfer to a food processor and blend until finely chopped, about 5 pulses.
Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add paneer cubes and fry until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer paneer onto a plate.
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil in the same skillet over medium heat; add cumin seeds and fry until lightly toasted and aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and stir to coat. Stir in tomato, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; cook until tomato breaks down, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
Stir in pureed spinach mixture, paneer cubes, and cream; add salt to taste. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Tips

You can substitute coconut milk for the cream.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

299	Calories
20g	Fat
18g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 299
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g	26%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 29mg	10%
Sodium 480mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate 18g	7%
Dietary Fiber 5g	19%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 17g
Vitamin C 108mg	542%
Calcium 366mg	28%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 1190mg	25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.