Saag Khumb (Spinach and Mushrooms)

Name: Saag Khumb (Spinach and Mushrooms)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 10 oz frozen spinach; 8 oz cremini mushrooms; 1 inch piece gingerroot; 4 garlic cloves; 1 serrano chili; salt; 0.5 tsp garam masala; 0.125 tsp cayenne pepper; 6 tbsp heavy cream; 1 tbsp ghee

Steamed spinach, cremini mushrooms and heavy cream, warmed with chilli and garam masala, a South Asian dish. It's finished with chopped cilantro.

50 min · Serves 2 · Easy

Method

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Time: Prep 15 min · Cook 35 min · 50 min total
Difficulty: easy

1
Place ginger, garlic and chile into food processor or blender with 1/4 cup water and puree.
2
Heat 1-2 tablespoons ghee in a large skillet over medium heat; add mushrooms and saute until tender, about 5-10 minutes.
10 min
3
Add puree and saute, stirring for 30 seconds-1 minute or until fragrant. Add spinach to pan and season to taste with salt, cooking for an additional minute.
4
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is soft (10-15 minutes).
15 min
5
Stir in garam masala, cayenne, cream, and a small amount of water if needed (to adjust consistency).
6
Cover and simmer 5-10 minutes. Serve garnished with chopped cilantro (coriander), if desired, along with freshly steamed rice.
10 min