Authentic Saag Paneer

Tamia Oberbrunner I

Updated on May 11, 2024

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

Ingredients

2 bunches spinach, roughly chopped
1 bunch fenugreek leaves, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
½ pound paneer, cubed
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tomato, diced
2 teaspoons garam masala
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup heavy whipping cream
salt to taste

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; add spinach and fenugreek and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Drain well.

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Transfer to a food processor and blend until finely chopped, about 5 pulses.

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Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add paneer cubes and fry until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer paneer onto a plate.

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Heat remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil in the same skillet over medium heat; add cumin seeds and fry until lightly toasted and aromatic, about 3 minutes.

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Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and stir to coat.

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Stir in tomato, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; cook until tomato breaks down, stirring often, about 10 minutes.

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Stir in pureed spinach mixture, paneer cubes, and cream; add salt to taste.

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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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Recipe Tip

You can substitute coconut milk for the cream.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

299	Calories
20g	Fat
18g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 299
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g	26%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 29mg	10%
Sodium 480mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate 18g	7%
Dietary Fiber 5g	19%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 17g	34%
Vitamin C 108mg	120%
Calcium 366mg	28%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 1190mg	25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.