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Absolutely Perfect Palak Paneer

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"This Indian dish combines fresh spinach and ricotta in a creamy curry. Use paneer if you can find it! It is absolutely wonderful with basmati rice or naan (Indian flat bread). The key is in the spices, which you can find at an Indian grocery."
Absolutely Perfect Palak Paneer Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 151 times with an average star rating of 4.0
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
  • 2 dried red chile peppers
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 pounds fresh spinach, torn
  • 1 large tomato, quartered
  • 4 sprigs fresh cilantro leaves
  • 8 ounces ricotta cheese
  • coarse sea salt to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large saucepan heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil and saute garlic, 1/2 tablespoon of ginger, red chilies (optional ingredient) and onion until brown. Mix in the cumin, coriander, turmeric and sour cream (add more or less to achieve desired creaminess). Add the spinach, handfuls at a time until it is cooked down, about 15 minutes total. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  2. Pour spinach mixture into a blender or food processor and add the tomato, the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of ginger, and cilantro (add more or less according to taste). Blend for 15 to 30 seconds, or until the spinach is finely chopped. Pour back into the saucepan and keep warm over low heat.
  3. In a medium frying pan heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat, and fry cheese until browned; drain and add to spinach. Cook for 10 minutes on low heat. Season with salt to taste.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 8, 2007 by JohnMT 
I have always enjoyed Palak Panner however a word on Paneer - Paneer is simple enough tom ake.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 18, 2006 by AnMei 
This isn't perfect. If you're looking for restaurant-quality palak paneer, this is not what... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 29, 2003 by Surprising Woman 
This recipe is amazing. I did use a bit more of the spices than called for but I usually do! ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by ZEKEBULLSEYE 
I had some problems with this recipe. When spinach cooks, it gives off water, so the mixture... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 31, 2006 by Katherine 
A staple at our house. I use two 10oz boxes of frozen spinach, 1 cup of plain yogurt instead... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by naludson 
One of the best vegetarian dishes in my recipe box. I adjusted mine to a lower fat version. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 16, 2003 by TRACY COCHRAN 
Thank you!Thank you!Thank You!I've been looking for a good recipe for Palak Paneer. THis one... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on may 31, 2003 by SEIRRAC 
This recipe is "complicated" compared to the average recipe (at least in my recipes!) - I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 25, 2007 by Caroline C 
Although this turned out really good with some tweaking, as written, I'm only giving it 3... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.03 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 24, 2003 by LG6191972 
I didn't have paneer or ricotta cheese available so I left it out of the recipe. However, I... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Absolutely Perfect Palak Paneer

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 483

  • Total Fat: 36.3g
  • Cholesterol: 37mg
  • Sodium: 544mg
  • Total Carbs: 27.3g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 9.9g
  • Protein: 19.5g

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