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Spinach and Potato Curry


Ingredients:

  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 inch piece ginger, grated
  • 1-2 green chilies, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups chopped spinach
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Yogurt or raita, for serving
  • Naan or rice, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Cook potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté onions and spices: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add onion, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until softened.
  3. Add tomatoes and spinach: Add crushed tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts.
  4. Combine potatoes and spices: Add cooked potatoes to the skillet. Season with garam masala, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Serve: Serve hot with naan, rice, yogurt, and cilantro.

Tips:

  • For a creamier texture, add a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk.
  • For extra heat, add more chili peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • To make it vegan, use vegetable broth instead of water to cook the potatoes.

Enjoy your delicious Saag Aloo!

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