Instant Pot Palak Paneer Recipe
Palak Paneer is a popular dish in Indian cuisine that is made from spinach (palak) and Indian cottage cheese (paneer) cooked in a flavorful and aromatic sauce. The dish is known for its rich and creamy texture and is often served with rice or naan. Palak Paneer is typically consumed as a main course dish, and can be served with rice, roti, or naan. It is a popular dish in Indian restaurants and is often served as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb spinach / palak washed and chopped
- 1 cup paneer / cottage cheese cut into cubes
- 1 Onions finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger minced
- 2 green chilli pepper minced
- 2 Tomato finely chopped
- 1 tsp Cumin (Jeera)
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- Salt
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 2 tbsp coriander leaves / cilantro
Instructions
- In the Instant Pot, add the spinach, 1 cup of water, and set it to manual mode for 0 minutes with the pressure valve sealed.
- Once done, release the pressure manually and open the Instant Pot.
- Blend the cooked spinach and make a puree.
- In the Instant Pot, heat butter or oil and add cumin seeds. Once they start to crackle, add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste, green chili pepper, and sauté for a minute.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the spinach puree, paneer cubes and give it a stir.
- Set the Instant Pot to manual mode again and cook for another 5 minutes with the pressure valve sealed.
- Once done, release the pressure manually and open the Instant Pot.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or Indian bread like naan, tandoori roti or paratha.
Notes & Tips
Notes
- You can adjust the consistency of the spinach puree according to your preference.
- You can also add some whole spices like cinnamon, bay leaves, and cardamom for a more flavorful Palak Paneer.
- For a vegan version, you can use tofu instead of paneer and use vegetable oil instead of butter.
- To make it more spicy, you can add more green chili pepper or red chili powder.
- Palak Paneer can also be topped with a dollop of yogurt or cream before serving for a more rich and creamy dish.
- You can also add some sautéed onions and tomatoes for added flavor and texture.
- Some people also add a layer of fried onions or sautéed cashews on top of the Palak Paneer before serving for added texture.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Palak Paneer Recipe
Serving Size
1 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
277
% Daily Value*
Fat
21
g
32
%
Saturated Fat
12
g
75
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
52
mg
17
%
Sodium
238
mg
10
%
Potassium
860
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
13
g
4
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
11489
IU
230
%
Vitamin B1
0.1
mg
7
%
Vitamin B2
0.3
mg
18
%
Vitamin B3
1
mg
5
%
Vitamin B5
0.2
mg
2
%
Vitamin B6
0.3
mg
15
%
Vitamin B12
0.01
µg
0
%
Vitamin C
46
mg
56
%
Vitamin E
3
mg
20
%
Vitamin K
554
µg
528
%
Calcium
409
mg
41
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
Magnesium
105
mg
26
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.