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Amaranth Paneer

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Creamy amaranth saag with paneer cubes in a bowl
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Amaranth Paneer
: The Lesser-Known Winter Saag Curry Worth Trying

35 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
13
Ingredients
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Experience the cosy cousin of palak paneer with the added benefits of amaranth paneer, a winter special saag. Amaranth, also known as chaulai or rajgira saag, is a seasonal superfood since it's full of iron, vitamin C, and antioxidants. The dish becomes velvety smooth without being heavy when paneer is added and cooked in a coconut-milk gravy. When paired with steaming rice or hot rotis, this meal creates an inviting and comforting atmosphere, perfect for a chilly winter night.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
400 g Amaranth greens
200 gPaneer (cubes)
to tasteSalt
1 tbspGinger, minced
3 clovesGarlic
½ tbspFresh turmeric (minced)
1 smallOnion (finely chopped)
1–2Green chillies (slit)
1 tspGaram masala
¼ tspCumin (lightly toasted)
a pinchBlack pepper
1 cupCoconut milk (full‑fat)
2 tbspGhee or coconut oil

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Description - Step 1

Step 1: Prep the Amaranth

Thoroughly blanch the amaranth in boiling salted water for 20 to 30 seconds, or until it barely wilts. Chill in icy water. Use a gentle squeeze and chop roughly. 

 

Step 1
Step 1: Prep the Amaranth
3 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Make the Aromatic Paste
3 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Build Masala
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Add Milk and Amaranth
12 Minutes