Best 4 Sag Aloo Recipes

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Sag aloo is a classic North Indian dish made with spinach and potatoes. It is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This article provides three different recipes for sag aloo, each with its own unique flavor profile.

The first recipe is a traditional sag aloo made with fresh spinach, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and ginger. This recipe is simple to follow and produces a delicious and authentic dish.

The second recipe is a Punjabi-style sag aloo that adds a bit of spice to the dish. This recipe uses a combination of fresh and dried spices, including cumin, coriander, turmeric, and red chili powder. The result is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

The third recipe is a Gujarati-style sag aloo that uses coconut and peanuts to create a rich and creamy sauce. This recipe is a bit more time-consuming than the other two, but it is well worth the effort. The result is a delicious and unique dish that is sure to impress your guests.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SAAG ALOO



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Nutritious spinach makes the base for this traditional, healthy Indian side dish, combined with potato and spices

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 25m

Yield Serves 4 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tbsp sunflower oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1 tbsp chopped ginger
500g potato, cut into 2cm (¾in) chunks
1 large red chilli, halved, deseeded and finely sliced
½ tsp each black mustard seeds, cumin seeds, turmeric
250g spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tbsp sunflower oil in a large pan, add 1 finely chopped onion, 2 sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp chopped ginger, and fry for about 3 mins.
  • Stir in 500g potatoes, cut into 2cm chunks, 1 halved, deseeded and finely sliced red chilli, ½ tsp black mustard seeds, ½ tsp cumin seeds, ½ tsp turmeric and ½ tsp salt and continue cooking and stirring for 5 mins more.
  • Add a splash of water, cover, and cook for 8-10 mins.
  • Check the potatoes are ready by spearing with the point of a knife, and if they are, add 250g spinach leaves and let it wilt into the pan. Take off the heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

SAAG ALOO



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Traditional Punjabi cooking includes many vegetarian dishes. Saag aloo is made with saag (a variety of greens, including mustard greens), potatoes and spices. This vegan recipe uses frozen spinach: it could also be called palak aloo (palak meaning spinach). It makes a simple and inexpensive midweek meal, served with a bowl of dal and some chapatis or rice. Each serving provides 200 kcal, 5g protein, 20g carbohydrates (of which 4g sugars), 10g fat (of which 1g saturates), 5.5g fibre and 0.9g salt.

Provided by Maunika Gowardhan

Categories     Main course

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tsp cumin seeds
5 garlic cloves, sliced
2 bird's-eye green chillies, finely chopped
115g/4oz onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground turmeric
400g/14oz frozen chopped spinach
350g/12oz potatoes, peeled, cut into large cubes and boiled
1cm/½in piece fresh root ginger, cut into slivers
salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan or wok over a medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and, as they begin to sizzle, add the garlic and chillies. Fry for a minute, then add the onion and continue to fry for 7-8 minutes, stirring well.
  • Add the coriander and turmeric and stir well. Add the frozen spinach, put a lid on the pan and cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes. Season with salt. As the spinach begins to release its moisture, turn the heat to low and cook for a further 5 minutes.
  • Add the cubed potato and ginger and cook for 5 minutes: the potato will absorb any residual moisture. Serve with chapatis or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200kcal, Carbohydrate 20g, Fat 10g, Fiber 5.5g, Protein 5g, SaturatedFat 1g, Sugar 4g

SAAG ALOO



Saag Aloo image

Provided by Elaine Louie

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds large-leaf spinach
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
3 to 4 Thai bird chilis, each about 1 1/2 inches long, seeded and finely chopped
1 pound baby spinach
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
1/4 cup dried fenugreek leaves
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup heavy cream, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare a large bowl of ice water, and set aside. Place a large pot of water over high heat, and bring to a boil. Add large-leaf spinach, and blanch until bright green and tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain, immediately plunge into ice water until cooled, and drain again. Squeeze out excess moisture, chop finely, and set aside.
  • In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat olive oil until shimmering. Add onion, and cook until soft and golden, 7 to 8 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, and chilies and sauté until the garlic and ginger are light brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the baby spinach and cook 1 minute. Add turmeric, and sauté 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the blanched, chopped spinach. Season with salt to taste. Cook 5 to 10 minutes, stirring often. Add fenugreek leaves, butter, nutmeg, and, if desired, heavy cream. Simmer 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally. If necessary, lower heat to medium-low. Serve hot topped with, if desired, fried potato dumplings.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1052 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SIMPLE SAG ALOO (INDIAN POTATO AND SPINACH)



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Made this to go with a lamb patia on Friday. Very easy and makes a tasty side-dish for your curry. Don't use over-floury potatoes, because you need them to hold together. You can use fresh spinach instead, but I always have frozen in my freezer so it's easier for me.

Provided by Snowbunny Andorra

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 medium potatoes, unpeeled and cut into cubes
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, deseeded and cut into strips
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
400 g frozen spinach

Steps:

  • Defrost the spinach and drain well. Squeeze it to get rid of as much moisture as possible.
  • Meanwhile, boil the cubed potatoes until they are almost cooked through (but not falling apart). Drain well.
  • Heat the oil in a large pan or wok and, when hot, add the potatoes and all the spices, stirring to coat everything.
  • When the potatoes have started to crisp up slightly, add the garlic and tomatoes and stir for a few more seconds, then add the spinach.
  • If using fresh spinach, you want it to be just wilted, or with frozen, warmed through.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as required then serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes. Yukon Gold or baby potatoes are best for this dish, as they hold their shape well and have a creamy texture.
  • Cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. If you add too many potatoes to the pan, they will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the potatoes over medium heat. This will help them cook through without burning.
  • Stir the potatoes occasionally. This will help them brown evenly.
  • Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Don't overcook the spinach, or it will become tough.
  • Add the cream and cheese and stir until melted. This will create a creamy, flavorful sauce.
  • Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and garam masala to taste.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve. Cilantro adds a fresh, flavorful touch to the dish.

Conclusion:

Aloo Sag is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a healthy and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and flavorful sauce, Aloo Sag is a dish that you will want to make again and again.

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