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Vegan Palak Paneer spanac cu branza

Vegan Palak Paneer

If you are in the mood for a tasty, deep-flavored and healthy recipe, then look no longer, then look no longer - here is how to make the best vegan palak paneer!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Choose Serving Size 4

Ingredients 

For the paneer:

  • 1 block firm tofu cubed
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp white pepper
  • ¼ tsp chili
  • 2 tsp coconut butter

For the spinach mixture:

  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp ginger chopped
  • 1 red onion
  • 2 tomatoes ripe, chopped
  • 35 oz spinach frozen, cubes, puree, thawed
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp hot curry powder
  • 2 tsp chili flakes
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cococnut oil
  • 1 cup full fat coconut milk canned

Instructions

  • Heat a skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Add the coconut oil, smoked paprika, masala, salt, white pepper, and chilli.
  • Fry for about a minute and add the tofu cubes.
  • Fry the tofu, stirring, until it's golden and crispy on the outside. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet on medium heat, add the cumin seeds, curry powder, chili flakes, and dry fry for about a minute.
  • Add the coconut oil and let it melt.
  • Add the chopped garlic, ginger and fry for about one more minute.
  • Add the onion and continue to fry until fragrant and begins to soften.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, salt and cook until soft and mushy for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the spinach puree, mix and cook for about 10 more minutes.
  • Top with cooked tofu and coconut milk.
  • Enjoy!