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Saag Paneer: A Creamy Spinach and Cheese Delight

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A comforting Indian classic featuring creamy spinach and firm, chewy paneer cheese.

Ingredients for Saag Paneer: A Creamy Spinach and Cheese Delight

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Baby Spinach, minced

0 oz

Paneer, cut into cubes

0 oz

Ghee

tablespoons

Yellow Onion, finely chopped

each

Kosher Salt

to taste

Black Pepper

to taste

Fresh Ginger, grated

tablespoons

Garlic, grated

cloves

Serrano Chile, minced

each

Ground Cumin

teaspoons

Water

cups

How to Make Saag Paneer: A Creamy Spinach and Cheese Delight

1. Prepare Spinach and Paneer

Pulse the fresh baby spinach in a food processor until minced, working in batches if necessary. Heat a tablespoon of ghee in a large nonstick skillet and cook the paneer cubes until golden on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove paneer and set aside.

2. Sauté Onions and Spices

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of ghee and sauté the finely chopped yellow onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Add grated ginger, grated garlic, minced serrano chile, ground coriander, and ground cumin, and stir for about 1 minute.

3. Cook Spinach

Add minced spinach to the skillet along with half a cup of water. Stir and cook for about 8 minutes or until the water is mostly absorbed and the spinach is soft.

4. Finish with Cream and Paneer

Pour half a cup of heavy cream into the skillet and return the golden paneer to the mixture. Stir gently to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

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