Green Palak Paneer with Halloumi Cheese & Rice

Name: Green Palak Paneer with Halloumi Cheese & Rice
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 meals
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: rice; onion; garlic clove; ginger; baby spinach; halloumi cheese; oil; salt; a pinch of black pepper; roman cumin; curry powder; coconut milk + 1 dl water; lime juice

Palak Paneer is a traditional Indian dish. In this recipe, halloumi cheese and spinach add richness and heartiness to the dish. The flavours are finished with a touch of lime juice.

25 min

Gluten-free

Rice:: 2 pkgrice
Palak Paneer:: 2 onion; 3 garlic clove; 1 ginger; 1 pkgbaby spinach; 2 pkghalloumi cheese; 1 tbspoil; 1 tspsalt; a pinch of black pepper; 1 pkgroman cumin; 1 pkgcurry powder; 1 pkgcoconut milk + 1 dl water; 1 lime juice

Tip

Rinse the halloumi cheese under cold water before use – this helps remove excess salt.

1
Bring water to the boil for the rice. Cook the rice about 10-15 minutes.
2
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves. Peel and grate the ginger. Rinse the spinach in a sieve under cold water and leave to drain.
3
Cut the halloumi cheese into cubes.
4
Heat oil in a frying pan. Add the halloumi cubes to the hot pan and fry until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
5
Reheat the same pan and add a little more oil. Add the onions and ginger. Fry for a few minutes, stirring.
6
Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, ground cumin and curry powder. Continue frying for a few more minutes.
7
Pour in the coconut milk, rinse the tin with water, and add that as well. Stir in the spinach and the fried cheese. Bring to the boil and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
8
Finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
9
Serve the Palak Paneer with rice.

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Creamy Palak Paneer with halloumi and rice

Palak Paneer halloumi juustu ja riisiga brings the cozy, aromatic feel of classic Indian palak paneer to your table in a weeknight-friendly way. Tender baby spinach melts into a creamy coconut sauce, while golden-fried halloumi adds satisfying bite and richness. Fluffy basmati rice makes it a complete, comforting meal, and a squeeze of lime at the end brightens everything up. Ready in about 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weekdays, meal-prep lunches, or an easy dinner when you want something a little special without extra effort.

Why Palak Paneer halloumi juustu ja riisiga stands out

This recipe balances warm spices like cumin and curry powder with the naturally fresh taste of spinach. Coconut milk creates a smooth, velvety sauce that feels indulgent yet light, and halloumi brings a hearty, protein-packed element that keeps you full for longer. The finishing touch—lime juice—cuts through the creaminess and makes the flavors taste clean and vibrant.

Easy prep tips and tasty variations

Rinse halloumi under cold water before cooking to remove excess salt, then pat it dry so it browns beautifully. Don’t overcook the spinach—just a few minutes of simmering keeps the color bright and the flavor fresh. Want more heat? Add chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne. You can also swap rice for quinoa, or mix in extra greens like kale for more texture.

Best sides and pairings for Palak Paneer halloumi juustu ja riisiga

Serve it family-style in a big bowl, topped with extra black pepper and a little grated lime zest. A crisp cucumber-tomato salad or a cooling yogurt-cucumber sauce pairs perfectly with the spices. For drinks, choose lemon water, iced tea, or a mango-yogurt smoothie for a gentle, refreshing contrast.

A quick, comforting favorite worth repeating

Palak Paneer halloumi juustu ja riisiga is creamy, filling, gluten-free, and wonderfully easy to make. It fits everyday cooking and casual get-togethers alike—try it once, and it may become your new go-to comfort dinner.

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