Palak Paneer

• 14 oz paneer (cubed)
• 1 lb fresh spinach (blanched)
• 1 onion (diced)
• 4 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
• 2 tomatoes (diced)
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 ½ tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp coriander
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 jalapeño or green chile
• 4 naan (for serving)
• 2 cup basmati rice (cooked, optional)

How to Make It

1. 1

   Blanch spinach 2 minutes, drain, and blend with jalapeño until smooth.

2. 2

   Fry paneer cubes until golden on all sides. Set aside.

3. 3

   Melt butter, add cumin seeds until they sizzle. Sauté onion until golden.

4. 4

   Add garlic and ginger, cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes and cook until pulpy.

5. 5

   Stir in spices, then spinach puree. Simmer 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Add cream and paneer. Simmer 5 more minutes. Season and serve with naan or rice.