Creamed Spinach And Beet Greens With Almonds And In

Name: Creamed Spinach And Beet Greens With Almonds And Indian Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup hot water; 15 whole almonds; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon butter or ghee(clarified butter); 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder; 1 onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger; 3 tomatoes, chopped; 4 cups chopped fresh spinach; 1 cup chopped beet greens; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 3/4 cup cubed paneer or extra-firm tofu; 1 lime; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 1 teaspoon garam masala powder (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup hot water
15 whole almonds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon butter or ghee(clarified butter)
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
3 tomatoes, chopped
4 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 cup chopped beet greens
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red chili powder
3/4 cup cubed paneer or extra-firm tofu
1 lime
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon garam masala powder (optional)

1
. Place the almonds in the water and set aside for about 10 minutes. This step can be skipped if you use pre-blanched almonds.
2
Heat the oil and add in the cumin and coriander powders and cook for a few seconds. Add in the ginger and onion and saute for 2-3 minutes until the onion is tranluscent.
3
Add in the spinach, beet green and tomatoes and mix well. Turn the heat to low and cover the pot and let the greens wilt. This process takes about 5 minutes.
4
In the meantime, peel the almonds.
5
Turn off the heat, you should have the spinach and beet greens wilted, with some water released from both the spinach and the tomatoes. Stir in the salt and red chili powder and let the mixture cool just a little.
6
Place the spinach and the almonds into the blender and blend for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is very smooth.
7
Place this mixture back into the pot and stir in the paneer or tofu and cook through. Cut the lime and squeeze the juice over the spinach mixture.
8
Stir in the cilantro and the garam masala (if using).

2258

kcal

Calories

193

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup hot water, 15 whole almonds, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon butter or ghee(clarified butter), and more.

Yes, Creamed Spinach And Beet Greens With Almonds And Indian Cheese falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamed Spinach And Beet Greens With Almonds And Indian Cheese

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