Palak Paneer

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For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper to the marinade and a diced serano chile to the onion mixture. Adding cayenne to the finished palak paneer is also moderately successful.

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp canola oil
  • 24 oz paneer
  • 2 lb spinach
  • 2 medium white onion
  • 2 in fresh ginger
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 4 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 c plain yogurt
  • 1 1/2 c rice

Instructions

1

Whisk the turmeric, salt, and canola oil together. Add the paneer cubes, toss, and marinate while prepping other ingredients.

2

In a large skillet, brown the paneer cubes on all sides over medium heat and remove from pan.

3

Add the onion, ginger, and garlic to the pan and saute until toffee colored. This will take a solid 30 minutes, maybe more.

4

Add the garam masala, ground coriander, and ground cumin and cook for another 3-5 minutes.

5

Incorporate the spinach and season with salt. Cook for 10 minutes, adding water as needed.

6

Reduce heat to low. Slowly stir in yogurt. Mix in browned paneer and cover to warm, about 5 minutes.

7

Serve over rice.