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Savory Spinach Paneer Curry

Savor the flavors of India with this delicious and healthy Spinach Paneer Curry. Packed with protein and made with fresh spinach, paneer cheese, and fragrant spices, this curry is perfect for serving over rice or enjoying with warm naan bread.
5
37 min
TOTAL TIME
285
CALORIES
$1.82
PER SERVING
Savory Spinach Paneer Curry
Directions
PREPPING INGREDIENTS
10 min
PREP TIME
27 min
COOK TIME
37 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, ginger, and fresh green chili.
2
Slice the paneer into bite-sized cubes or triangles.
3
Soak the paneer cubes in hot water with a pinch of salt for 10 minutes.
SPINACH PUREE
4
In a large pot, boil water and add the roughly chopped spinach leaves and baking soda. Cook for 5 minutes.
5
Drain the spinach and transfer it to a blender. Blend until smooth.
COOKING
6
In a heavy-bottomed pan or wok, heat the ghee, then add cumin seeds, bay leaf, fennel seeds, and the minced ginger, garlic, and chili paste. Sizzle for about 1 minute.
7
Add the chopped onion, season with salt, and cook for 2 minutes.
8
Stir in cumin powder, coriander powder, and chili powder. Cook for 5 minutes.
9
Add the spinach puree to the pan, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.
10
Drain the soaked paneer and add it to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes.
11
Taste for salt and adjust if necessary.
12
Sprinkle garam masala over the curry, stir, and let it simmer for 2 more minutes before serving.
Health Info
Macros
9g
CARBS
23g
FAT
14g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
VEGETARIAN
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK