Creamy Spinach Curry with Paneer
Creamy Spinach Curry with Paneer is a delightful Indian dish that perfectly blends vibrant spinach with soft, succulent paneer in a rich coconut milk sauce. This comforting curry is infused with aromatic spices, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve it alongside warm naan or steamed rice for a wholesome meal that warms the heart and satisfies the palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 250g paneer, cubed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 pinch turmeric powder
- ½ tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Oil or ghee for cooking
Instructions
- Wash and blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2 minutes, then cool in ice water. Drain well.
- Blend the cooled spinach with half of the garlic and ginger until smooth.
- In a large pan over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until golden brown. Add remaining garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder; cook for another minute.
- Add the spinach puree and coconut milk; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Gently fold in cubed paneer; cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For a vegan option, substitute paneer with tofu and use cashew cream instead of coconut milk. - Enhance flavor by adding garam masala or chili flakes for extra heat.