SPINACH AND FETA COOKED LIKE SAAG PANEER
Steps:
- In a large pan over medium heat, warm ¼ cup of the ghee (or oil). Once the ghee has melted (or the oil begins to shimmer), add the coriander and cardamom and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes, until the seeds start to brown. Add the onion and cook until it is translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the ginger and garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add the spinach and cook until it is just wilted, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the lime juice, green chile, and salt. Let cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to a blender and blend into a chunky paste. Return the spinach mixture to the same pan and set it over low heat. Stir in ½ cup water, then gently fold in the feta, being careful not to break up the cubes. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes more to soften the feta slightly and allow it to soak up some of the spinach sauce.
- While the feta cooks, in a small pan or butter warmer over medium-high heat, warm the remaining 2 tablespoons ghee (or oil) for 1 minute. Add the cumin seeds. As soon as (emphasis on as soon as-you don't want your cumin to burn!) the cumin seeds start to sputter and brown, about 1 minute max, remove the pan from the heat. Immediately add the asafetida (if using) and red chile powder.
- Pour all of the ghee (or oil) mixture into the spinach and feta once that is done cooking.
- Serve with rice or roti.
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samuel olushola
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste, but it was still very good. I'll definitely be making it again, but I'll use less salt next time.
emad Alkalade
[email protected]I had some trouble finding paneer at my local grocery store, but I eventually found it at an Indian grocery store. It was worth the effort, because the dish was delicious.
Jodie Leigh Edwin
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I'll definitely be making it again, but I'll use less chili pepper next time.
Noor Helal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved this recipe. The feta and paneer really balanced out the flavor of the spinach.
Jimmy Abraugh
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The spinach and feta were a great combination, and the paneer was cooked perfectly.
Ruhul On Fire
[email protected]I loved this recipe! It was easy to follow and turned out great. The spinach and feta were a delicious combination, and the paneer was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Mike Tracey
[email protected]This dish was delicious! The spinach and feta were a great combination, and the paneer was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Karim Benkyane
[email protected]I love saag paneer, and this recipe is a great way to make it at home. The spinach and feta were cooked perfectly, and the paneer was nice and soft. I will definitely be making this again.
Fero Fero
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The spinach and feta were a delicious combination, and the paneer was cooked perfectly. I served it with rice and naan, and it was a hit with my family.
Arsalan nawaz
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Indian food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The spinach and feta were a great combination, and the paneer was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
onyenweze marvellous
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at our dinner party! The spinach and feta flavors blended perfectly, and the paneer added a nice protein boost. I will definitely be making this again.