Nov 28, 2024
BY: Teesha ShirodkarPalak, or spinach, is a versatile leafy green that is admired for its nutritional value and color. This vegetable can be turned into a number of delectable dishes and can enhance any meal with its rich flavour and healthy properties.
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Palak Paneer is a North Indian classic in which blanched spinach is pureed and cooked with spices and paneer, the Indian cottage cheese. It is prepared by sauteing onions, garlic, and spices, followed by the addition of spinach puree and paneer, finishing with cream for richness. Serve hot with naan or rice.
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Whole wheat flour is mixed with finely chopped spinach to make a healthy flatbread called Palak Paratha. The dough is kneaded with blanched spinach, rolled into circles, and then cooked on a hot pan until golden. This is served with yogurt or pickle for a delicious breakfast or snack.
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Palak Biryani is a fragrant rice dish made by layering marinated vegetables and basmati rice with spinach puree. Cook the rice separately, then layer it with sauteed vegetables and spices, and let it steam together for a few minutes. Make sure to serve with Raita.
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This is a comfort food recipe made by adding cooked lentils to sautéed spinach. Cook the lentils till soft, and mix with the cooked spinach and spices like cumin and turmeric, etc. Simmer briefly and serve hot with rice or roti for a healthy meal.
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This is a spiced curry made from potatoes and spinach. Boil or cook diced potatoes until tender, add sautéed onions, tomatoes, and pureed spinach. Simmer until well blended and served hot with roti or rice.
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Mushroom Palak Lasagna layers lasagna sheets with creamy spinach and mushroom filling. Sauté mushrooms and spinach, mix with ricotta cheese, layer between the sheets, top with béchamel sauce, and bake until bubbly. This dish offers a unique twist on traditional lasagna.
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These crispy fritters are made with chickpea flour and fresh spinach leaves. Mix chickpea flour with spices, coat the spinach leaves in the batter, and deep-fry until golden brown. Serve hot as a snack or appetizer with mint chutney.
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Palak Puri is fried bread prepared using whole wheat flour and spinach puree. Make dough from blanched spinach. Roll the dough into small disc shapes, and deep-fry until puffed and crispy. Have these vibrant puris with curries or yogurt.
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Palak Paneer Bhurji is a scrambled version of the classic dish. Crumble paneer into sautéed onions, tomatoes, and spices along with finely chopped spinach. Cook until everything is well combined. Serve as a filling breakfast or side dish.
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Palak patta chaat is a yummy street food style dish made from crispy fried spinach leaves topped with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and spices. Fry the leaves until crisp and layer them with yogurt and chutneys for a refreshing snack or appetizer.
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