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PALAK pANEER

Palak Paneer is a classic North Indian dish made with spinach (palak) and Indian cottage cheese (paneer). It’s creamy, mildly spiced, and very nutritious. Here’s a simple and authentic Palak Paneer recipe: 📝 Ingredients For blanching spinach: 250g fresh spinach (palak), washed Water (for boiling) Ice water (for shocking) For the gravy: 1 tbsp oil or ghee 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richness) 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1–2 green chilies (adjust to taste) 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped or pureed ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp coriander powder ½ tsp garam masala Salt to taste Other: 200g paneer, cut into cubes 2–3 tbsp cream (optional) Water, as needed 👩‍🍳   Instructions 1.  Blanch and puree spinach Boil water in a pot, add spinach, and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Immediately transfer to ice water to preserve the green color. Drain and blend into a smooth puree (add a green chili while blending for spi...

PTATO POHA

Potato Poha (also called Aloo Poha) is a popular Indian breakfast dish made with flattened rice (poha), potatoes, and a blend of spices. It’s light, flavorful, and super comforting. Here’s a quick and tasty Potato Poha Recipe for you: 🥔🍛  Potato Poha (Aloo Poha) Recipe Ingredients: 1 cup poha (flattened rice – medium or thick) 1 medium potato, peeled & diced small 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional but recommended) 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped 8-10 curry leaves 1/2 tsp mustard seeds 1/4 tsp turmeric powder Salt, to taste 1 tsp sugar (optional) 2 tsp oil Juice of 1/2 lemon 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped Roasted peanuts (optional, but adds crunch) Instructions: Wash the Poha: Rinse the poha in a sieve under running water until it softens. Don’t over-soak. Drain and set aside. Prep the Potatoes: Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds. When they splutter, add curry leaves and green chilies. Add diced potatoes and cook till they’re soft and...