Authentic Saag Paneer

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 (16 ounce) package cubed paneer cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, and red pepper. Cook until the onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the spinach and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomatoes and yogurt and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and add the paneer. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Interesting Facts

• Saag Paneer is a classic Indian dish.
• The dish is traditionally served with naan or rice.
• Paneer is a type of Indian cheese.
• The dish is relatively easy to make and can be made ahead of time.