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Saag Aloo
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Saag Aloo

Punjab's favourite: mustard greens (or spinach) slow-cooked with garlic and ginger, wrapped around soft potato cubes.

⏱ Prep 15 min 🔥 Cook 25 min 🕒 Total 40 min 🍽 Serves 4 Level Easy
IndianCurries & Gravies

Method

  1. Blanch the greens in boiling water for 2 minutes, shock in ice water, then blend with a little of the cooking water to a thick purée.
  2. Fry the potato cubes in 1 tbsp ghee until golden on all sides (about 8 min). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the remaining ghee, cumin seeds and onion. Cook until golden.
  4. Add garlic and ginger, fry 1 minute, then the turmeric and chilli powder for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the greens purée. Simmer 10 minutes, seasoning with salt and a splash of water if thick.
  6. Fold in the potatoes and lemon juice. Warm 3 minutes. Serve with buttered naan.
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