Saag Paneer Recipe

Name: Saag Paneer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons canola oil; 8 ounces halloumi cheese or paneer, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 3/4 cup finely chopped white onion; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Two 10-ounce bags of leafy spinach, stemmed; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; Steamed basmati rice, for serving

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons canola oil
8 ounces halloumi cheese or paneer, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3/4 cup finely chopped white onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Two 10-ounce bags of leafy spinach, stemmed
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Steamed basmati rice, for serving

1
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil.
2
Add the cheese and cook over moderate heat, turning frequently, until golden on all sides, 3 minutes.
3
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cheese to a plate.
4
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet along with the onion, garlic and ginger and cook over moderately low heat until the onion is softened, 5 minutes.
5
Add the butter, garam masala and nutmeg; cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
6
Add the spinach in batches, stirring often, until the spinach wilts.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Add 1/2 cup of water, cover and simmer until the spinach is very tender, about 5 minutes.
9
Uncover and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
10
Stir in the cream, lemon juice and cheese and serve with rice.

511

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons canola oil, 8 ounces halloumi cheese or paneer, cut into 3/4-inch cubes, 3/4 cup finely chopped white onion, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Saag Paneer falls under the General 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.

Saag Paneer

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