Palak Paneer (Spinach and Cheese Curry)

• 500g fresh spinach leaves, washed
• 250g paneer, cut into cubes
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger piece, grated
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather and prepare all ingredients as specified in the ingredient list.

2. 2

   Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to retain color.

3. 3

   Blend into a smooth puree with green chilies.

4. 4

   Heat oil/ghee in a pan.

5. 5

   Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

6. 6

   Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

7. 7

   Add ginger, garlic, and tomato.

8. 8

   Cook until the tomato softens and oil separates.

9. 9

   Pour in the spinach puree, salt, and garam masala.

10. 10

    Simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes.

11. 11

    Add water if gravy is too thick.

12. 12

    Add paneer cubes and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

13. 13

    Stir in heavy cream and remove from heat.