Quick & Easy Palak Paneer: A Weeknight Warrior (Ready in 30 Minutes!)

Whip up this flavorful Palak Paneer in a flash! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers bold Indian flavors. Keywords: palak paneer, easy, quick, vegetarian, Indian food, weeknight dinner

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 inch ginger, grated

• 1 green chili, chopped (optional)

• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

• 1/2 tsp coriander powder

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• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

• 1/2 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp garam masala

• 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes

• 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped

• 1/2 cup water (or more as needed)

• 1 (14 oz) block paneer, drained and cubed

• 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)

• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic, ginger, and green chili (if using) and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
3. Stir in cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Cook for 30 seconds, until spices become fragrant.
4. Add crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add spinach and water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is wilted and sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes. You may need to add more water if the sauce becomes too thick.
6. Add paneer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
7. Stir in heavy cream (if using) and season with salt to taste.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and serve hot with rice or naan.

Tips:

• For a smoother sauce, you can puree half of the cooked spinach before adding it back to the pan.
• If you don't have heavy cream, you can use coconut milk or yogurt instead.
• You can adjust the amount of red chili powder to your desired level of spiciness.
• This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.

Additional Recipe Ideas:

• For a richer flavor, you can fry the paneer cubes in a little oil before adding them to the sauce.
• Add a handful of chopped cashews to the sauce for a nutty flavor.
• Serve Palak Paneer with a side of raita or lemon wedges for a refreshing touch.

Enjoy this delicious and satisfying Palak Paneer recipe!