Palak Paneer: A Nutritious and Delicious Spinach Curry
Palak Paneer is a popular North Indian dish made with creamy spinach (palak) and soft paneer cubes. It’s both flavorful and packed with nutrients like iron, calcium, and protein, making it a vegetarian favorite. Here’s how you can make it even healthier using Urban Mills Extra Light Olive Oil, which has a mild flavor and high smoke point, ideal for Indian cooking.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp Urban Mills Extra Light Olive Oil
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 2 medium tomatoes (pureed)
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 2 green chilies, cumin seeds, garam masala, turmeric, coriander powder
- 250g paneer (cubed)
- Fresh cream, kasuri methi, lemon, coriander (for garnish)
Steps
- Blanch & Puree Spinach: Blanch spinach for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to ice water and blend into a smooth puree.
- Fry Paneer: Lightly fry paneer in oil until golden, set aside.
- Prepare Gravy: Sauté cumin, onion, ginger-garlic, and green chilies. Add tomato puree and spices, cook until the oil separates.
- Combine: Add spinach puree and paneer to the gravy, simmer for 5-7 minutes. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Finish: Optional – Stir in cream and garnish with coriander, cream, and lemon.
Why Use Urban Mills Extra Light Olive Oil? This oil enhances the dish’s health benefits, being low in saturated fats and rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, while its high smoke point ensures it retains its nutritional value during cooking.
Serving Tips Palak Paneer pairs well with naan, roti, or basmati rice, served with a side of raita or salad.
Enjoy this nutritious and delicious Palak Paneer with your family!