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Saag Aloo Matar

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Saag Aloo Matar is a comforting and flavorful Indian dish made with tender potatoes, green peas, and spiced spinach curry. It’s a hearty, vegan, and gluten-free meal that pairs wonderfully with naan, roti, or rice.

Ingredients

  1. For the curry:
    2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    1 large onion, chopped
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1-inch piece of ginger, grated
    1 green chili, chopped (optional, for heat)
    2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
    1 cup frozen or fresh green peas (matar)
    6 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped (or use frozen spinach)
    1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    1 teaspoon ground turmeric
    1 teaspoon ground coriander
    1 teaspoon garam masala
    1 teaspoon ground cumin
    1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
    Salt to taste
    1/2 cup water or vegetable broth (for cooking)
    1 tablespoon lemon juice (for brightness)

Instructions

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the cumin seeds and cook for 30 seconds until they begin to sizzle.

  1. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and golden brown.
  2. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and green chili (if using) and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the cubed potatoes, peas, turmeric, ground coriander, garam masala, ground cumin, and red chili powder (if using). Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices.
  4. Pour in the water or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Once the potatoes are cooked, add the spinach in batches, stirring until it wilts. Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes until the spinach is fully incorporated and tender.
  6. Season the curry with salt to taste and stir in the lemon juice for a burst of freshness.
  7. Serve hot with rice, roti, or naan. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. For extra protein, add paneer or tofu cubes to the dish.
  2. Feel free to add more vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or zucchini for a heartier dish.
  3. For a creamier curry, stir in coconut milk or yogurt before serving.
  4. If you prefer a spicier curry, increase the amount of green chilies or add cayenne pepper.

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