An easy-to-make Palak Rice, prepared with spinach, garlic, green chillies, and paneer. The rice is mixed with flavorful spices and cooked until ready to serve, perfect for lunch.
1: Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Remove and dip it in cold water. Strain and remove excess water. Leave it aside.
2: Blend the set aside spinach along with garlic and green chillies into a smooth paste.
3: In a wok, add oil followed by cumin seeds. Let it splutter.
4: Add cubed paneer and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
5: Add the palak paste and cook until the raw taste goes away. Lightly season it with salt if desired.
6: Finally, add cooked basmati rice along with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and soy sauce. Mix well.
7: Serve with pickle and raita.