Palak Paneer: A Delectable Spinach and Cottage Cheese Delight

Palak Paneer is a classic vegetarian dish enjoyed for its wholesome ingredients, nutritional benefits, and comforting taste. It’s often served with Indian bread like naan or rice. This dish holds cultural significance in Indian cuisine, showcasing the diversity of flavors and the importance of incorporating nutrient-rich ingredients into traditional recipes.

Ingredients:

2 cups chopped spinach leaves
200g paneer (Indian cottage cheese), cubed
1 onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, pureed
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons oil
Salt to taste
Instructions:

Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, and sauté for a minute.
Add tomato puree, garam masala, and cook until the oil separates.
Add chopped spinach, cook until wilted, then add paneer cubes and simmer for a few minutes.
Garnish with cream (optional) and serve with roti or rice.
Nutritional Value: Spinach is rich in Vitamin A, providing about 160% of the daily recommended intake per cup. It’s also high in iron, Vitamin K, and antioxidants.

Health Benefits: Vitamin A from spinach promotes healthy vision, boosts immunity, and supports overall growth and development.

These recipes offer delicious ways to incorporate Vitamin A-rich foods into your diet, providing essential nutrients for good health!