Classic Saag Paneer with Spinach and Fenugreek
Classic Saag Paneer with Spinach and Fenugreek pairs creamy paneer with silky greens, layered with warm garam masala, cumin, and a gentle heat from cayenne. The touch of cream rounds out the spices for a lush, mellow finish. Serve it for a comforting weeknight Dinner or as part of an Indian-inspired spread with rice or naan.
- Prep15 min
- Cook45 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Assemble all ingredients.
- 2
Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; add spinach and fenugreek and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
- 3
Move the mixture to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped, about 5 times.
- 4
Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the paneer cubes and fry until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer the paneer to a plate.
- 5
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil in the same skillet over medium heat; add the cumin seeds and fry until lightly toasted and aromatic, about 3 minutes.
- 6
Add the onion; cook and stir until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and stir to coat.
- 7
Stir in the tomato, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; cook, stirring often, until the tomato breaks down, about 10 minutes.
- 8
Stir in the pureed spinach mixture, paneer cubes, and cream; add salt to taste.
- 9
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Calories 464.5 kcal High
- Protein 23.68 g Good Source
- Carbs 18.96 g Moderate
- Total Fat 32.85 g High
- Saturated Fat 14.85 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 92.12 mg High
- Sodium 492.52 mg High
- Fiber 10.36 g Good Source
- Sugar 2.03 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 608.2 mg Good Source
- Iron 5.03 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1048.79 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 2217.52 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 12.13 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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