Paneer Braised With Creamy Spinach Sauce Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 8 ounce Paneer (see recipe)
- 1 tsp + 2 Tbsp. light vegetable oil
- 3 c. , (packed) minced fresh spinach
- 2 x Fresh warm green chiles
- 2 x Garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/2 x Inch piece fresh ginger, crushed
- 1 med -size onion, finely minced
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
- 1 sm Tomato, minced
- 1 c. Half-and-half
- 1 tsp Salt
Directions
- Using a sharp knife, cut paneer into 16 wedges or possibly into large chunks. Place on a greased baking dish. Brush with 1 tsp. oil. Broil 4 inches away from heat source for 2 to 3 min per side, or possibly till lightly browned.
- Cover and set aside. Steam spinach for 6 min. Place in a blender with the chiles, garlic and ginger; blend till smooth. Heat remaining oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add in onion and turmeric and saute/fry till onion is lightly brown. Add in tomato and cook till soft. Stir in spinach mix and the half-and-half.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 min. Add in salt and paneer. Mix gently and cook till heated through.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 115g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 159 | |
| Calories from Fat 132 | 83% |
| Total Fat 14.97g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat 4.94g | 20% |
| Trans Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium 621mg | 26% |
| Potassium 244mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 4.81g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 2% |
| Sugars 0.92g | 1% |
| Protein 2.59g | 4% |
