Palak Paneer

Ingredients:

Oil-2 tbsp
Cumin-1 tsp
Cloves-3
Cardomom-3
Bay leaf-1
Onion-1 medium
Tomato-1
Salt-to taste
Chilly powder-1/2 tsp
Garam madala-1/2 tsp
Amchur-1/2 tsp
Turmeric-pinch
Water-2 cups
Paneer-200 g
Kasoori methi-1 tsp
Cream-2 tbsp

To grind:

Palak-8 oz
Garlic-2 cloves
Ginger-1 in slice
Green chillies-3

Method:

1. Blanch spinach and blend it with ginger, garlic and green chillies. Keep it aside.
2. Heat oil in a pan and add cloves, cardomom, bay leaf and cumin. Cook for few sec.
3. Add finely chopped onions and cook till brown.
4. Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook till oil is released.
5. Now add chilly powder and turmeric and cook for 30 sec.
6. Now transfer the blended paste along with 2 cups of water. Add salt and cook for 5-10 min.
7. Adjust for spices and add paneer cubes.
8. Cook till paneer becomes soft. Add more water if needed.
9. Add kasoori methi and mix well.
10. Turn off the stove and add cream. Mix well and serve with roti or jeera rice.