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Mumbai Palak Paneer

Spinach puree cooks with ginger, garlic, spices, and browned paneer cubes.

Medium⏱️ 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~380 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation

20 min prep 25 min cook

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Timeline

Total 45 min

Prep20 min
Cooking25 min

Ingredients

4 servings

Quick:

500 gr Spinach
300 gr Paneer cheese
1 adet Onion
3 diş Garlic
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Ginger
2 adet Tomato
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Garam masala
0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Turmeric
0.3 su bardağı(~60 ml) Cream
2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Vegetable oil

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Instructions

1
Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer it to ice water.
1 min
01:00
2
Puree the spinach.
3
Fry the paneer cubes in oil for 4 minutes and set aside.
4 min
04:00
4
Cook the onion for 6 minutes until softened.
6 min
06:00
5
Add the garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and spices, then cook for 8 minutes.
8 min
08:00
6
Add the spinach puree and simmer for 5 minutes.
5 min
05:00
7
Add the paneer and cream, warm for 3 minutes, and serve.
3 min
03:00

💡 Tip: Frying the paneer first keeps it from falling apart in the sauce and gives the surface a light caramel note.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with basmati rice or warm naan and a drizzle of cream.

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Calcium
Vitamin C
Vitamin B12

Nutrition (per serving)

~380

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 19%Carbs 19%Fat 62%

GI 17 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GL

4.2g

Sugar

5.2g

Fiber

109.2mg

Sodium

Saturated fat

Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.

Satiety (per serving)

6/10

Strong satiety, counts as a main meal

This recipe may contain allergens

Milk

Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.

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FAQ

How many servings does Mumbai Palak Paneer make?
This recipe serves 4.
How long does Mumbai Palak Paneer take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 25 minutes; 45 minutes in total.
Is Mumbai Palak Paneer difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.
How many calories does Mumbai Palak Paneer have?
Approximately 380 kcal per serving. Protein: 18g, carbs: 18g, fat: 27g.
Which allergens does Mumbai Palak Paneer contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.
Which cuisine does Mumbai Palak Paneer belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.
How many ingredients does Mumbai Palak Paneer need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
Is Mumbai Palak Paneer filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer it to ice water.

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