Diabetes-friendly dinner

Spiced Paneer and Spinach Curry

A flavorful South Asian curry with paneer and spinach.

Prep 15 minCook 20 minServes 4
Spiced Paneer and Spinach Curry

Nutrition per serving

10g
Carbs
5g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
18g
Protein
18g
Fat
280
Calories

Estimated values per serving.

Ingredients

  • 250 grams paneer (cubed)
  • 200 grams spinach (fresh)
  • 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 100 milliliters water

Method

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds until they splutter.

  2. 2

    Add onions, ginger, and garlic; sauté until golden brown.

  3. 3

    Stir in tomatoes, turmeric, coriander, and chili powder; cook until tomatoes soften.

  4. 4

    Add paneer and spinach, mix well.

  5. 5

    Pour in water, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle garam masala, adjust salt, and serve hot.

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