Tag: paneer

  • Creamy Palak Paneer Made Simple

    Creamy Palak Paneer Made Simple

    About this recipe

    Learn a simple palak paneer method with smooth spinach gravy, soft paneer cubes, and easy steps that keep dinner stress-free.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Serves: 3

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups spinach leaves
    • 1 cup paneer, cubed
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 2 tomatoes, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
    • 1 green chili
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • Salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoons cream, optional

    Step-by-step method

    1. Blanch the spinach for 1 minute in hot water. Cool it quickly and blend into a smooth puree.
    2. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Add onion, ginger-garlic paste, and green chili.
    3. Add tomatoes and cook until the mixture softens. Stir in the spinach puree and salt.
    4. Simmer for 5 minutes, then add paneer cubes and garam masala.
    5. Finish with cream if using, and serve hot with roti or naan.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.

  • Paneer Stuffed Paratha for a Hearty Breakfast

    Paneer Stuffed Paratha for a Hearty Breakfast

    About this recipe

    This paneer paratha is soft, filling, and beginner-friendly, with a tasty spiced stuffing that cooks beautifully on a tawa.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Serves: 2

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups whole wheat flour
    • 1 cup grated paneer
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoons coriander
    • 1 green chili, chopped
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
    • 1/2 teaspoon carom seeds
    • Salt to taste
    • Water as needed
    • Ghee for roasting

    Step-by-step method

    1. Mix flour with salt and enough water to make a soft dough. Cover and rest it for 10 minutes.
    2. Combine paneer, onion, coriander, chili, garam masala, carom seeds, and salt to make the filling.
    3. Divide the dough into balls. Roll one ball, place the filling in the center, and seal it carefully.
    4. Roll again gently into a paratha. Roast it on a hot tawa with ghee on both sides.
    5. Cook until golden spots appear. Serve hot with curd, pickle, or butter.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.