Description
Easy Saag Aloo Spinach Potato is a delightful Indian dish that combines creamy spinach and tender potatoes, creating a comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With its vibrant green color and rich flavor profile, this dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also adds warmth to any dining experience. It’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy cooks who still want to serve something delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping the spinach and cubing the potatoes.
- In a large pan over medium heat, heat oil and add cumin seeds until they crackle.
- Add diced onions, cooking until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
- Add cubed potatoes with coriander powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Gradually add chopped spinach until wilted. Pour in coconut milk; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, garnish with cilantro, and serve warm alongside naan or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg