Saag (Indian Spinach)

Name: Saag (Indian Spinach)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 16 oz spinach; 0.5 cup water; 2 tbsp ghee; 1 large onion; 2 garlic cloves; 2 tsp ginger; 14 oz tomato puree; 2 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp turmeric; cayenne pepper; salt; 0.25 cup milk; 3 tbsp Greek yogurt

Spinach, tomato puree and coriander come together in this South Asian dish, fragrant with ginger and garam masala and made in the microwave.

1 hr · Serves 6 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 30 min · Cook 30 min · 60 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
Cook spinach with water in the microwave, 6-8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. Using a food processor or immersion blender, puree cooked Spinach to desired texture.
2
In a medium pan, melt ghee over medium heat. Add in the onion, stir, and cover for 4-5 minutes.
5 min
3
Add garlic and ginger, and cook for 4-5 minutes more, stirring constantly. Add tomato puree, and cook uncovered over medium heat until most of the liquid has evaporated, stirring frequently.
5 min
4
Add the pureed spinach to the pan, stir to combine. Add all of the spices, stir well and cook for 3-5 minutes.
5 min
5
Turn heat to low, and stir in milk and yogurt until desired consistency is reached, and serve.