In the vast culinary tapestry of Indian cuisine, where flavors dance and spices intertwine, there lies a humble yet delectable dish that has captivated hearts and palates alike: simple sag aloo, a symphony of tender potatoes and vibrant spinach. This vegetarian delight, hailing from the vibrant streets of Punjab, is a testament to the magic that simplicity can weave in the realm of taste. With its vibrant green hue and earthy aromas, sag aloo promises a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more. As you embark on this culinary adventure, let us guide you through the steps to create the perfect simple sag aloo, a dish that will transport you to the bustling kitchens of India.
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SAAG ALOO
Nutritious spinach makes the base for this traditional, healthy Indian side dish, combined with potato and spices
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Side dish
Time 25m
Yield Serves 4 as a side dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat 2 tbsp sunflower oil in a large pan, add 1 finely chopped onion, 2 sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp chopped ginger, and fry for about 3 mins.
- Stir in 500g potatoes, cut into 2cm chunks, 1 halved, deseeded and finely sliced red chilli, ½ tsp black mustard seeds, ½ tsp cumin seeds, ½ tsp turmeric and ½ tsp salt and continue cooking and stirring for 5 mins more.
- Add a splash of water, cover, and cook for 8-10 mins.
- Check the potatoes are ready by spearing with the point of a knife, and if they are, add 250g spinach leaves and let it wilt into the pan. Take off the heat and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium
ALOO PALAK (STIR-FRIED INDIAN POTATOES AND SPINACH)
Aloo palak (potato spinach) is a wholesome Punjabi recipe, commonly found in Indian restaurants.
Provided by Cody Harris
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Grind garlic and ginger together to make a paste.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion in the hot oil until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, cayenne, and turmeric. Add ginger-garlic paste. Mix well. Stir in remaining oil, potatoes, and tomatoes; cook until oil leaves the side of the pan, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and salt; continue to cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 184.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SIMPLE SAG ALOO (INDIAN POTATO AND SPINACH)
Made this to go with a lamb patia on Friday. Very easy and makes a tasty side-dish for your curry. Don't use over-floury potatoes, because you need them to hold together. You can use fresh spinach instead, but I always have frozen in my freezer so it's easier for me.
Provided by Snowbunny Andorra
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Defrost the spinach and drain well. Squeeze it to get rid of as much moisture as possible.
- Meanwhile, boil the cubed potatoes until they are almost cooked through (but not falling apart). Drain well.
- Heat the oil in a large pan or wok and, when hot, add the potatoes and all the spices, stirring to coat everything.
- When the potatoes have started to crisp up slightly, add the garlic and tomatoes and stir for a few more seconds, then add the spinach.
- If using fresh spinach, you want it to be just wilted, or with frozen, warmed through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as required then serve immediately.
SAAG ALOO (INDIAN POTATOES WITH SPINACH)
With an overabundance of spinach from our local farmers' market, I was looking for a way to use it. Adding chicken to this northern-Indian dish turned it from a side dish into a one-dish meal. Add sriracha or similar if you like it hot! (About 6 WW points)
Provided by Carolyn Haas @Linky1
Categories Other Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 quarts of salted water to a boil. Peel and cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, add them to the boiling water and cook for about 7 minutes. Remove them from the heat, drain and set aside.
- Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the parboiled potatoes for about 8-12 minutes they begin to brown; remove them from the pan and set aside.
- Turn down the heat; add the onions and pepper and sauté for a few minutes until limp.
- If using *chicken* variation, add it now. Then add the spices and sauté for 2 minutes
- Add the lemon juice and water and simmer for a few minutes more. Add the spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until the spinach is fully wilted.
- Add the potatoes back to the skillet and mix well. Serve hot.
ALOO PALAK (INDIAN POTATOES & SPINACH)
I got this aloo palak recipe from daawat.com, but have adjusted it slightly to my liking. It will serve two as a main course when served with naan bread or rice, or four as a side dish. If you like it a little milder deseed the chilies.
Provided by -Sylvie-
Categories Spinach
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a pan cook the spinach with garlic, ginger, onions and the green chilies for about 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from the pan and blend to a fine puree and keep aside.
- In the meantime boil the potatoes with salt and turmeric until done, apprximately 10 minutes and set aside when done.
- Heat ghee in a pan, fry cumin seeds along with spinach-onion paste and simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the cooked potatoes, garam masala, coriander and cumin powder and a little water if needed.
- Simmer for few minutes till the potatoes absorb the flavor.
- Add fresh cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.4, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 65.5, Sodium 134.7, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 7.3, Protein 8.7
Tips:
- For a smoother sauce, blend the spinach and tomatoes in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- If you don't have any ginger-garlic paste, you can use 1 teaspoon of grated ginger and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic.
- To make the dish vegan, use coconut oil or vegetable oil instead of ghee.
- Serve sag aloo with rice, roti, or paratha.
- To make the dish more spicy, add a green chili pepper to the tadka (seasoning).
- For a more tangy flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon juice or tamarind paste to the dish.
Conclusion:
Sag aloo is a delicious and easy-to-make Indian dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy vegetarian dish, give sag aloo a try. You won't be disappointed!
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