Saag Paneer

Indulge in the rich, vibrant flavors of Saag Paneer—an iconic North Indian vegetarian dish that's as wholesome as it is delicious. This recipe combines tender cubes of paneer with a creamy spinach-based sauce, infused with fragrant spices like garam masala, cumin, and turmeric. The spinach is blanched and blended to retain its vivid green color, while a touch of heavy cream adds a luscious finish to the dish. Perfectly balanced with the heat of green chilies and the earthy aroma of garlic and ginger, Saag Paneer is a must-try for anyone seeking comforting, nutrient-packed Indian cuisine. Serve it hot with buttery naan, roti, or basmati rice for an unforgettable meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer
• 500 grams Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 2 pieces Green chilies
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons Oil
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Start by cleaning and rinsing the spinach thoroughly under cold running water. Drain well.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring some water to a boil. Add the spinach leaves and blanch them for about 2-3 minutes. Then, drain and immediately transfer the spinach to a bowl of ice-cold water to stop the cooking process. This helps retain the green color.

Step 3

Once the spinach has cooled, drain and blend into a smooth puree using a little water if needed.

Step 4

Dice the paneer into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 5

Finely chop the onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Also, chop the tomato.

Step 6

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Step 7

Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Step 8

Add the chopped garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

Step 10

Add the spinach puree to the pan and mix well. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Gently add the paneer cubes to the spinach sauce and make sure they are well coated. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 12

Add garam masala and mix. If needed, add a little water to adjust the consistency of the gravy.

Step 13

Stir in the heavy cream to give the dish a creamy texture.

Step 14

Simmer for a few more minutes. Adjust seasoning if required.

Step 15

Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 16

Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice, garnished with a dollop of cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1283.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1519.7

Total Fat 115.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 202.5mg	0%
Sodium 5847.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.6g
Protein 66.3g	0%

Vitamin D 6.8IU	0%
Calcium 2047.0mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 3905.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.3%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 16.7%