These palak paneer puffs taste fantastic when served with a dip or chutney. You can make these savory palak paneer puffs in advance and serve your guests the next day. And since these are baked, palak paneer pockets are healthier than their fried counterparts.
Easy to make Comes together with less effort Perfect grab-and-go finger foods Can be relished for both lunch and dinner, and A great way to impress your guests!
The best part is that you can also customize the filling according to your choice and likability, as this is a versatile recipe. The palak paneer stuffing can also be used to make sandwiches, quesadillas, and wraps.
Tomatoes — Finely chopped tomatoes add a perfect tang to the dish. Spinach — Soft leaves are preferred for their tenderness, which is perfect for this recipe. Finely chopped baby spinach is used here. Cheese — Shredded cheese makes the filling gooey and tastes yummy! Puff pastry sheets — The delicious paneer spinach filling is draped in the puff pastry sheets, which turn into a flaky, crispy covering upon baking. These ready-to-use puff pastry sheets are readily available at your local grocery store.
the warm and earthy flavor of cumin seeds enhances delectability, a pinch of hing adds tons of deliciousness, haldi adds excellent yellow color and unique taste, red chili powder intensifies the spiciness of the recipe besides lending a tempting hue, coriander powder adds a citrusy flavor and a distinctive aroma. Lastly, garam masala powder is a must-add-on for an extra punch of flavors.
Prefer homemade soft paneer — Homemade paneer should be the first preference for any paneer-based recipe, but if you are using store-bought paneer, soaking it in hot or warm water for at least 20 minutes will help in softening the paneer. A dash of tang to elevate the flavor — You may love some tanginess in this recipe, so squeeze some fresh lemon at the end. But, if you are not a fan of lemon juice, try adding ¼ teaspoon amchur powder instead. This added tanginess will surely elevate the overall flavor of the recipe. Paneer and spinach quantity — I have used palak and paneer in almost the same ratio, that is, 1:1. However, you may increase or reduce the amount of spinach as per your taste. For gluten-free recipe — This delicious recipe is naturally gluten-free. But, if you use hing for its unique flavor and aroma, remember to use gluten-free hing or avoid it altogether. Scale the recipe according to your need — This recipe for Puff pastry palak paneer parcels can be doubled or tripled accordingly. Please refer to the recipe card for the same.
Thawing the sheets necessary — Puff pastry sheets can be easily stored in the freezer but must be thawed before use. Thawing on the counter at room temperature is not recommended as it will lose moisture and turn sticky. This will make it challenging to handle. Let it thaw in the refrigerator until ready to be used. Again, when using them, take one sheet at a time and let the other sheets store in the fridge. Rolling the pastry sheets conveniently — The puff pastry dough may turn sticky when thawed and may tend to stick to the rolling pin and board. Chilling the board and the rolling pin in the fridge for some time will prevent the sheets from sticking to them. Making the crispiest paneer palak parcels — Crispy, flaky paneer palak parcels taste amazing, and achieving the right crispiness is easy. Chill the freshly stuffed raw pastry sheets for some time, then bake them as instructed. Attaining the deep, irresistible hue — An egg wash or milk wash (vegetarian option) will help the palak paneer pockets achieve the deep golden color that makes them look completely irresistible. To make vegan palak paneer pockets — Vegan dry paneer palak recipes can be prepared using extra-firm tofu instead of regular paneer. However, remember to press the tofu for some time to extract extra water. This is an essential step that should be taken care of. Extracting extra water ensures the perfect texture of the tofu, which results in the most delectable recipe.
Follow the step-by-step instructions below to make the best palak paneer parcels
This recipe is a savory delight that packs protein and lots of crunchy fun and deliciousness. Come join me in making this mouth-watering snack and satiate your taste buds with the flavors of this delightful appetizer. And don’t forget to share it with your family and friends.
