Quick and Easy Saag Bhaji {Spinach Curry}

 

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• ¼ cup vegetable stock or chicken stock
• A good handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
• 14 ounces fresh spinach, washed
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened and browned.
3. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Add the ginger, cumin, turmeric, garam masala, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
5. Slowly stir in the stock, followed by the cilantro.
6. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes:

• To prevent the garlic from burning, keep a little water handy and add a tablespoon or two before adding the spinach to the pan.
• Serve with rice, naan bread, or quinoa.

Enjoy!