Alu Saag

Potato & Spinach Curry
Portions:4
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time:30 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. chopped spinach
  • 1 lb. potatoes cooked and cubed
  • 2 tbsp. oil
  • 1 large onion pureed
  • 1 large tomato pureed
  • 1 tsp. ginger paste
  • 1 tsp. garlic paste
  • ½ tsp. cumin powder
  • ½ tsp. coriander powder
  • ½ tsp. turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add pureed onion and tomato, ginger paste, and garlic paste to the hot oil.
  • Stir and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
  • Stir in cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder.
  • Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add chopped spinach to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-tomato-spice mixture.
  • Add cooked potato cubes to the pan.
  • Mix well with the spinach mixture.
  • Pour in 1 cup of lukewarm water and stir to combine all the ingredients.
  • Season with salt according to taste.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry cook for about 25 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the flavors blend together and the potatoes are tender.
  • Stir well to ensure that the spinach blends well with the spices.
  • Cover with a lid during cooking.
  • Once the curry is cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Potato & Spinach Curry with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 8 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course Curry / Main Dish
Cuisine India