Paneer Methi Chaman

by Tarla Dalal

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This typical punjabi preparation can be found at nearly any good punjabi restaurant. Loads of greens are combined with healthy paneer and punjabi spices to form this brilliant creation. Methi lovers are sure to relish this dish to its fullest. Using both kasuri methi or dried fenugreek leaves and fresh methi this dish has an unmatched flavour.

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Paneer Methi Chaman recipe - How to make Paneer Methi Chaman

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Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins 4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

1 cup paneer (cottage cheese) ) , cut into 25 mm. (1”) cubes
4 cups chopped spinach (palak)
2 cups chopped fenugreek (methi) leaves
1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
a pinch turmeric powder (haldi)
1/4 tsp chilli powder
1/4 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste
salt to taste
1/4 tsp punjabi garam masala
2 tbsp fresh cream

Method

Heat the oil in a kadhai and deep-fry the paneer cubes in it till the edges turn golden brown.
Roast the dried fenugreek leaves in a pan till crisp. Keep aside.
Blanch the spinach and fenugreek leaves in a vesselful of boiling water for 2-3 minutes.
Drain and blend in a mixer till smooth. Keep aside.
Heat the oil in a pan, add the cumin seeds and onions and sauté till the onions turn golden brown.
Add the asafoetida, turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, ginger-green chilli paste, prepared puree and dried fenugreek leaves and fry again for 2-3 minutes
Add the salt, paneer ,punjabi garam masala and cream and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
Serve hot.

Tips

Place the spinach and fenugreek leaves under cold running water immediately after boiling to retain the bright green colour.

Accompaniments

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Nutrient values per serving

Energy	221 cal
Protein	6.9 g
Carbohydrates	6.7 g
Fiber	3 g
Fat	18.5 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Vitamin A	4363.8 mcg
Vitamin B1	-0.3 mg
Vitamin B2	-0.1 mg
Vitamin B3	0.1 mg
Vitamin C	28.3 mg
Folic Acid	84.4 mcg
Calcium	282.1 mg
Iron	1.1 mg
Magnesium	0 mg
Phosphorus	0 mg
Sodium	53.6 mg
Potassium	162.2 mg
Zinc	0.3 mg