Jaffrey’s Homemade Indian Cheese With Spinach

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1
Jaffrey's Homemade Indian Cheese With Spinach recipe for a flavorful vegetarian dinner
in Vegetarian

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 quarts rich whole milk
3 -4 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 3/4 lbs fresh spinach , trimmed , washed , and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons dried fenugreek leaves ( see recipe description ) ( optional ) or 2 -3 handfuls of fresh fenugreek leaves ( see recipe description ) ( optional )
1 fresh hot green chili pepper , coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon cornmeal
3 tablespoons peanut oil or 3 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 cup onion , finely chopped
1 1/2 by 1-inch fresh ginger , peeled and finely grated to a pulp
1 cup tomatoes , finely chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 - 2 teaspoons ground roasted cumin seeds ( Put a few tablespoons of cumin seeds in a small cast-iron frying pan over medium-high heat , stirred )
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
414
Sugar
10g
Fat
32g
Jaffrey's Homemade Indian Cheese With Spinach is a flavorful vegetarian dish that features Indian-style cheese cubes cooked in a rich spinach sauce. The cheese, also known as 'paneer' is derived from milk and is widely used in Indian cuisine. This dish is perfect for those seeking a comforting meal that is packed with protein and bold flavor. The combination of warm spices with the fresh spinach makes this dish both flavorful and healthy.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring the milk to a boil over high heat.
2.Once the milk has boiled, add the vinegar and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir for about 30 seconds until the milk begins to curdle and separate into curds and whey. Remove from heat.
3.Pour the mixture through a cheesecloth-lined strainer and rinse the curds with cold water to remove any excess vinegar taste. Squeeze the cheesecloth to remove excess water.
4.Press the curds down into a flat shape between two plates and place a heavy weight on top. Press for 15-20 minutes to remove more excess water.
5.In a food processor, puree the spinach, fenugreek leaves, and chili until smooth.
6.Add the cornmeal to the puree and blend for a few more seconds.
7.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger and cook for 1 minute more.
8.Add the tomato and cook until they start to break down and form a sauce, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add the spinach puree, salt, cumin, cayenne, and cinnamon and cook for another 10-15 minutes until thickened.
9.Add the cheese cubes to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they are heated through and coated in the spinach mixture. Serve hot.

PROS

Jaffrey’s Homemade Indian Cheese With Spinach is a protein-packed vegetarian dish filled with the nutrient-rich spinach.

CONS

This dish can be quite time-consuming and requires a lot of steps.

Indian spices can be difficult to find in some grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jaffrey’s Homemade Indian Cheese With Spinach is a healthy vegetarian dish that is rich in protein, calcium, iron, and vitamins. The spinach in this recipe provides a good source of fiber, iron, and antioxidants that protect against various diseases like cancer, heart attacks, and high blood pressure. The dish contains fenugreek leaves that promote healthy digestion, good cholesterol levels and have anti-inflammatory properties that protect against various diseases.

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