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Authentic Indian Palak Paneer Recipe - Quick & Easy

Authentic Indian Palak Paneer with Basmati Rice

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Fresh baby spinach Washed
  • 14 oz Paneer Cut into cubes
  • 1 cup Basmati rice Rinsed
  • 2 tbsp Ghee or vegetable oil Divided
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 medium Red onion Finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste
  • 1 tsp Garam masala
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook the basmati rice according to package directions. Keep covered and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the fresh baby spinach and blanch for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer the spinach to an ice bath, drain well, and blend into a smooth puree.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry the paneer cubes until slightly golden on the edges, then remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of ghee and the cumin seeds, letting them sizzle for 30 seconds.
  • Add the finely chopped red onion and saute until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the ginger garlic paste and garam masala, cooking for 1 minute until highly fragrant.
  • Pour the pureed spinach into the skillet and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt to taste.
  • Fold the pan-fried paneer cubes back into the sauce and simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until everything is warmed through.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve hot over the prepared basmati rice.