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                How to make Palak Paneer

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Palak (Spinach) is a superfood in itself since it is stacked with iron, minerals, cell reinforcements, and different supplements which are significant for our general well-being. This dietary benefit improves dramatically when you add paneer (Indian Cheese), garlic, and a few different vegetables to this recipe. A couple of cooks likewise add one little potato (cleaved) to add a gritty taste to this recipe.

Try not to utilize additional dull palak (Spinach) leaves since they are normally plain to taste. Additionally, disregard the stems and stalks totally as they will make your Palak (Spinach) Paneer (Indian Cheese) taste harsh. Besides, overcooking could decrease the flavor of this dish and you likewise need to add extremely less garam masala to watch out for the bona fide taste of this recipe.

Kids could do without to eat veggies like Palak (Spinach) yet when you consolidate it with Paneer (Indian Cheese) they will just cherish it. Hand-crafted Palak (Spinach) Paneer (Indian Cheese) is awesome since it tastes new and healthy simultaneously.

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Palak Paneer Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 250g Paneer, cubed
• Two bunches of Palak (Spinach), washed and finely chopped
• 1/2 cup Moong Dal, washed and soaked in water for 30 minutes
• One medium Potato, peeled and chopped
• 1 Onion, chopped
• 1 to 2 Green Chillies, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup Cream
• 4-5 Garlic cloves, chopped
• 3 Tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 tbsp Butter
• 1 tbsp Cornflour dissolved in 1/4 cup milk
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. In a pressure cooker, add soaked moong dal, chopped potato, onion, green chilies, chopped garlic, and 1/2 tsp salt. Add 1.5 cups of water, close the lid, and cook on medium heat for 3-4 whistles or until the dal and potato are cooked.
2. Once the pressure is released, open the lid and mash the dal and potato with a potato masher. Keep aside.
3. In a separate pan, add chopped tomatoes and cook on medium heat until soft and mushy.
4. Remove from heat and let it cool. Once cooled, blend the tomatoes to a smooth puree.
5. In the same pan, heat butter on medium heat. Add the blended tomato puree and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the chopped palak (spinach) and cook for 3-4 minutes or until the palak wilts.
7. Add the mashed dal and potato mixture to the palak and tomato puree. Mix well and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
8. Add cubed paneer and salt to taste. Mix gently and let it cook for 2-3 minutes or until the paneer is heated through.
9. Add milk and cream and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
10. Add cornflour dissolved in milk and mix well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes or until the gravy thickens.
11. Remove from heat and serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.

             Enjoy your homemade delicious Palak Paneer!