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Cheesy Potato–Spinach Pineapple Bake | Pineapple Paneer Potato Bake | Hawaiian-Style Spinach Paneer Potato Bake |
Tarla Dalal
14 September, 2016
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Cheesy Potato–Spinach Pineapple Bake | Pineapple Paneer Potato Bake | Hawaiian-Style Spinach Paneer Potato Bake |
Cheesy Potato–Spinach Pineapple Bake, also known as Pineapple Paneer Potato Bake or Hawaiian-Style Spinach Paneer Potato Bake, is a vibrant, multi-layered dish that brings together sweet, savory, and creamy flavors in every bite. The magic of this recipe lies in its unique combination of soft potatoes, spicy spinach-paneer, tangy sauces, and juicy pineapple. With its contrasting textures and bold flavors, this baked dish feels comforting yet exciting—a delightful fusion perfect for gatherings or special dinners.
The base layer features fluffy mashed potatoes seasoned with mustard powder, lemon juice, and a hint of sugar, giving it a warm, lightly tangy flavor profile. This potato layer acts as a creamy and comforting foundation, balancing the stronger flavors that come next. Spread evenly in the baking dish, it forms the soft base that binds the entire casserole-style bake together.
The middle layer is a lively mix of blanched spinach and crumbled paneer, blended with onions, red chilli sauce, and tomato ketchup. This combination creates a spicy-tangy filling that perfectly complements the mild potatoes underneath. The spinach and paneer add color, protein, and richness, while the sauces provide a zesty, peppy twist reminiscent of Indo-continental fusion flavors.
Between these layers—and again on top—comes the unexpected yet extraordinary addition of canned pineapple. The sweet juiciness of pineapple lifts the dish with its tropical brightness, creating a stunning contrast with the savory layers. Every bite brings a burst of sweetness that pairs beautifully with cheese, making the dish feel close to Hawaiian-style baked casseroles.
Generous sprinkles of processed cheese on both the middle and top layers melt into a gooey, indulgent topping as the dish bakes. The cheese brings everything together, creating a luscious golden surface and a creamy bite throughout. Baked at a high temperature, this layered dish emerges hot, fragrant, and irresistibly melty—perfect to enjoy straight out of the oven.
From a health perspective, this baked dish is partially healthy but calorie-dense. The potato layer gives energy, spinach adds iron and antioxidants, and paneer contributes protein. However, the presence of processed cheese, canned pineapple syrup, and sauces makes it more indulgent. To make it healthier, one could reduce cheese, use fresh pineapple, skip ketchup, and increase spinach. Enjoying it hot out of the oven offers a satisfying, wholesome comfort experience, but it’s best considered an occasional treat rather than a regular meal.
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Preparation Time
20 Mins
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Baking Time
15 Mins
Baking Temperature
200°C (400°F)
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Total Time
20 Mins
Makes
6 servings
Ingredients
To Be Mixed Into A Potato Mixture
1 1/2 cups boiled , peeled and boiled and mashed potatoes
1/2 tsp mustard (rai / sarson) powder
1/4 tsp sugar
1 tbsp oil
1/2 tsp lemon juice
salt and to taste
To Be Mixed Into A Spinach Mixture
1 cup blanched spinach (palak)
1 cup crumbled paneer (cottage cheese)
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tsp red chilli sauce
2 tsp tomato ketchup
salt to taste
Other Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped canned pineapple
4 tbsp grated processed cheese
Method
- Put the potato mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly using the back of a spoon.
- Put ¼ cup of pineapple and 2 tbsp of cheese evenly over it.
- Put the spinach mixture and spread it evenly using the back of a spoon.
- Finally put the remaining ¼ cup of pineapple and 2 tbsp of cheese evenly over it.
- Bake in a pre-heated oven at 200°c (400°f) for 10 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Layered Potato, Spinach and Pineapple Baked Dish recipe with step by step photos
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To make the Layered Potato, Spinach and Pineapple Baked Dish, Put the potato mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly using the back of a spoon.
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Put ¼ cup of chopped canned pineapple and 2 tbsp. of grated processed cheese evenly over it.
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Put the spinach mixture and spread it evenly using the back of a spoon.
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Finally put the remaining ¼ cup of chopped canned pineapple and 2 tbsp. of grated processed cheese evenly over it.
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Bake in a pre-heated oven at 200°c (400°f) for 10 minutes.
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Serve Layered Potato, Spinach and Pineapple Baked Dish immediately.
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Layered Potato, Spinach and Pineapple Baked Dish.
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