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Spinach and Potato (Saag Aloo)

Tender potatoes and fresh spinach cooked together with ginger, garlic, and a pinch of garam masala.

Spinach and Potato (Saag Aloo)

Total

28 min

Prep

8 min

Cook

20 min

Serves

2

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat; add the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add the diced potatoes, sprinkle with salt, and stir‑cook for 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Pour in the water, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are just tender.

  4. 4

    Stir in the spinach and garam masala, cooking for another 4 minutes until the spinach wilts and the potatoes are fully cooked.

  5. 5

    Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

210

11% of a 2,000 kcal day

Protein5 g
Carbohydrate35 g
Fat7 g
Fiber4 g
Sugar3 g
Sodium150 mg

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