Palak Tofu / Paneer

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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
3 tablespoons of EVO3 Garlic Cloves: Chopped2 Dried Red Chile Peppers1/2 Cup Chopped Onion2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon ground coriander1 teaspoon ground turmeric3/4 cup sour cream (used fat free)3 Pounds fresh Spinach: Torn1 Can Hunts Diced TomatoEither 8 ounces Ricotta Cheese or One block of Extra Firm ToFu.
Directions
Serving Size = One Cup

1. In a large saucepane heat 3 table spoons of olive oil and saute garlic, red chiles (optional) and onion until brown. Mix in the cumin, coriander, turmeric and sour cream (add more or less to achieve desired creaminess). Add the spinach, handfuls at a time until it is cooked down, about 15 minutes total. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

2. Pour spinach mixture into a blender or food processor and add the tomato. Blend for about 15 to 30 seconds or until the spinach is finely chopped. Pour back into saucepan and keep warm over low heat.
*** If using Tofu, cut up into pieces and add to warm mixture and let them cook through ***

3. If using Ricotta Cheese (8 Ounces) Heat a medium frying pan with 3 table spoons of EVO over medium heat. Fry cheese until browned, drain and add to spinach. Cook for ten minutes on low heat.

The key to this recipe are the spices... Good Luck!


Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ETGRIP.

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 360.5
  • Total Fat: 24.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 17.7 mg
  • Sodium: 641.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 23.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 6.6 g
  • Protein: 19.6 g

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