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Easy Saag Aloo (Spinach and Potato Curry)

Easy Saag Aloo: Creamy Spinach and Potato Curry Bliss

Easy Saag Aloo is a delightful vegetarian and gluten-free dish with creamy potatoes and fresh spinach, seasoned with aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 4 medium Potatoes Can substitute with sweet potatoes
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Kale or other leafy greens can be used as alternatives
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be used as an alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated preferred
For the Cooking Process
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil like canola or sunflower
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds Ground cumin can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder No substitutes recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Adds richness
  • to taste Salt Adjust as needed
  • 1 cup Water Essential for cooking potatoes
Finishing Touch
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional; lime juice can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • Large pan or skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Peel and dice the potatoes into uniform chunks. Wash and chop the fresh spinach coarsely.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and cook until they crackle.
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown and translucent.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the diced potatoes, stirring well. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  6. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly and cook for another minute.
  7. Pour in water and bring to a gentle boil. Lower heat, cover, and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  8. Fold in the chopped spinach and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in garam masala.
  10. Garnish with lemon juice if desired and serve with naan or basmati rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are evenly diced for uniform cooking. Allow the dish to rest before serving for flavors to meld. Adjust spices to taste.

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