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Indian Paneer and Spinach Curry

Best Indian Paneer and Spinach Curry Recipe for Creamy Comfort

This Indian Paneer and Spinach Curry offers a rich and creamy blend of paneer and spinach with Indian spices, providing a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Curry Base
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Use vibrant, tender leaves for the richest flavor
  • 250 grams Paneer Cheese Cubed for creamy texture
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Grated
Spices & Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds Toasted
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Freshly added
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
Creamy Touch & Extras
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or Coconut Milk For richness
  • 1 medium Tomatoes Pureed or finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Oil or Ghee For frying

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat oil or ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and turmeric powder, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions turn soft.
  3. Stir in coriander, garam masala, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute, then add tomato puree and simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Stir in fresh spinach leaves in batches, wilting for about 2 minutes until bright green.
  5. Gently fold in cubed paneer, simmering for 5 minutes on low heat.
  6. Pour in heavy cream or coconut milk, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the curry is silky.
  7. Top with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 14gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle garam masala on top before serving. Adjust the red chili powder for spice preference.

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