One of the easiest Palak Paneer recipe for you to make in the Instant Pot. Its quick, delicious and full on flavors. Serve with your favourite flatbread and raita.
250gPaneer, diced into cubesSubstitute with Tofu for Vegan Option
Seasoning
1TspOil
1TspCumin Seeds
Instructions
SOAK PANEER IN HOT WATER -Place the cubed Paneer in a pot of Hot water for at least 10 minutes and then drain. This step is essential to keep the paneer soft.
SAUTE -Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode for 9 minutes. Add the oil. Once hot, add cumin seeds and allow it splutter.
Add the onion, garlic, ginger and chilli. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onions start to caramelize and become soft.
Splash 1/4 cup water and deglaze the pot. .Add tomatoes, spice powder - turmeric, coriander powder and salt.
Saute to combine. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften.
Add the spinach leaves, salt and water.
PRESSURE COOK – Press CANCEL. Secure the pressure cooker instant pot lid and turn the vent to sealing position. Press PRESSURE COOK and set HIGH PRESSURE for 0 minutes. Quick Pressure release.
BLEND - Open the lid immediately. Use Immersion blender to blend the ingredients to a smooth creamy texture.
Squeeze Lemon Juice. Add Paneer, sprinkle Garam masala, cream and kasuri methi. Allow the Paneer to settle in the spinach mixture for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds. Once they begin to sizzle, add them to the palak paneer. ( Optional )