Paneer Saag

Vibrant: Paneer Saag

INGREDIENTS

• 600g Paneer
• 1 tsp Ground Tumeric
• 1 tsp Chilli Powder (quite mild, add more if you like it spicy)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 8 Tbsp Garlic Infused Oil
• 1/2 C Water
• 1kg Spinach
• 4 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 4 tsp Garam Masala
• 4 Tbsp Lemon Juice
• 2/3 C Greek Yoghurt
• 1C Rice – cooked, to serve

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut the paneer into even chunks, approximately 3x1cm each cube, and put into a bowl.
2. Add the tumeric, chilli powder, and salt into the bowl and toss to coat. Marinate up to 24 hours.
3. Heat 6 tablespoons of garlic infused oil in a pan. Fry the paneer until golden. Remove from pan and set aside.
4. Add the remaining garlic infused oil to the pan. Add the cumin seeds and garam masala. Fry until fragrant.
5. Add spinach to the pan with the water, cover, and simmer until wilted.
6. Transfer the spinach mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the lemon juice, and yogurt.
7. Blitz to a chunky or smooth puree, depending on preference, and return to the pan. Stir through the fried paneer and heat through. Season to taste with salt and more lemon juice if needed. Serve immediately.

SERVE WITH

Cooked rice.

ALTERNATIVES

Instead of paneer, try a meat option such as chicken or beef.