Creamy Saag Paneer with Spice Mix

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-23 · Updated 2026-07-23

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A rich and creamy Indian dish featuring homemade paneer cubes simmered in a vibrant spinach gravy infused with a regional spice blend. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs fresh spinach leaves, paneer cheese, ghee or clarified butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

10 oz, washed and chopped fresh spinach leaves
8 oz, cubed into 1-inch pieces paneer cheese
3 tbsp ghee or clarified butter
1 medium, finely chopped onion
4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, grated ginger
1 small, finely chopped (optional) green chili
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp ghee in a large pan over medium heat until melted. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
Step 2: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 1 small chopped green chili, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, and 1 tsp salt; toast the spices with the aromatics for 1 minute.
Step 4: Add 10 oz chopped fresh spinach and 1/2 cup water, stirring until the spinach wilts and the mixture simmers gently for 5 minutes.
Step 5: Using an immersion blender or food processor, blend the spinach mixture until smooth but still slightly textured.
Step 6: Return the pan to medium heat, add 8 oz cubed paneer and 1/4 cup heavy cream, gently stirring and cooking for 5 more minutes until heated through and creamy.
Step 7: Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot with rice or flatbread.