🌿 Where Comfort Meets Colour
Some dishes whisper their magic.
They don’t arrive sizzling or dripping with oil.
They show up in a quiet bowl — green, fresh, and warm —
…and they stay in your memory.
Palak Paneer is that kind of comfort.
A swirl of spinach, a handful of soft paneer,
A tadka of garlic, and the feeling that everything’s going to be just fine.
It’s the dish that bridges everyday and special.
It’s leafy love with creamy cubes.
Palak Paneer
Ingredients
- 2 bunches palak (spinach), washed ‘ chopped
- 200g paneer, cut into cubes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1–2 green chilies
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp oil + 1 tsp ghee
- Optional: 2 tbsp cream or 1 tbsp cashew paste
Instructions
- Blanch ‘ Blend the Green
- Boil water, add spinach and green chilies. Let them wilt for 2 mins.
- Drain and blend into a smooth, vibrant green paste.
- Make the Masala
- Heat oil + ghee. Add cumin, then onions. Sauté till golden.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, then tomatoes. Cook till soft and thick.
- Add turmeric, salt, garam masala. Cook till masala smells deep and ready.
- Bring the Green Back
- Add palak puree. Stir. Let it simmer gently. Add cream or cashew paste if using.
- Paneer, the Star
- Add paneer cubes. Let them sit in the gravy for 3–4 minutes.
- Don’t overcook — paneer is soft like your best mood.
- Garnish with a swirl of cream or ghee.
🛒 What You’ll Need (Serves 3–4):
2 bunches palak (spinach), washed & chopped
200g paneer, cut into cubes
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
1–2 green chilies
½ tsp cumin seeds
½ tsp turmeric
1 tsp garam masala
Salt to taste
1 tbsp oil + 1 tsp ghee
Optional: 2 tbsp cream or 1 tbsp cashew paste
🥄 How to Cook It – Soft, Slow, and Silky
1. Blanch & Blend the Green
Boil water, add spinach and green chilies. Let them wilt for 2 mins.
Drain and blend into a smooth, vibrant green paste.
2. Make the Masala
Heat oil + ghee. Add cumin, then onions. Sauté till golden.
Add ginger-garlic paste, then tomatoes. Cook till soft and thick.
Add turmeric, salt, garam masala. Cook till masala smells deep and ready.
3. Bring the Green Back
Add palak puree. Stir. Let it simmer gently. Add cream or cashew paste if using.
4. Paneer, the Star
Add paneer cubes. Let them sit in the gravy for 3–4 minutes.
Don’t overcook — paneer is soft like your best mood.
Garnish with a swirl of cream or ghee.
❤️ Why Palak Paneer Will Always Have My Heart
It’s iron-rich but indulgent
It turns simple rotis into something worth remembering
It balances health with home
Because green never looked this good
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Why You’ll Love This Palak Paneer – The Green That’s Always Gold Recipe
- ✅ Big, bold flavors from simple spices you already own
- ✅ One pot — easy cleanup
- ✅ Tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen
Tips for the Best Palak Paneer – The Green That’s Always Gold
- Sauté the onions until golden — this is the foundation of the gravy
- Bloom whole spices in oil before adding anything else
- Add water gradually to control consistency
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon to brighten the flavors
What to Serve with Palak Paneer – The Green That’s Always Gold
- Best served with steamed basmati rice or hot rotis
- A side of sliced onions and lemon wedges balances the richness
- Serve with a simple raita to cool the heat
Storage & Reheating
Palak Paneer – The Green That’s Always Gold keeps well refrigerated for 3-4 days in an airtight container. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water. Freezes well for up to 1 month.