Saag Aloo

Saag Aloo

4 servings
Saag aloo, a flavorful and comforting north-Indian spinach curry with potatoes. Here's an easy 30-minute recipe for the Instant Pot or stove.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 teaspoon minced ginger

    about ½-inch piece

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

    about 3 cloves

  • 1 cup onion)

    (1 medium onion, chopped or sliced

  • 1 serrano chili)

    (deseed or skip for mild

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

    homemade or store-bought

  • 2 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon kashmiri red chilli powder)

    (or Paprika

  • 12 oz. baby spinach
  • 1 cup water

    adjust based on size of pot

  • 2 cups russet or gold potato)

    cubed in 1-inch pieces (1 large russet, or 2 gold

Directions

  1. 1

    Coarsely chop or slice onions, mince ginger and garlic. Peel and chop potato in ½-inch cubes. Wash the baby spinach, if not pre-washed. 

  2. 2

    Heat a deep sauce pan on medium high heat. Since spinach puree tends to splash when simmering, using a deep sauce pan prevents it from messing the cooktop. 

Saag Aloo

Saag Aloo

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About this Recipe

Craving a deeply comforting, flavorful Indian dish that comes together quickly? This easy Saag Aloo recipe delivers the authentic taste of North India's beloved spinach and potato curry in just 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight meals.

What sets this Saag Aloo apart is its straightforward approach and speed, achievable in either your Instant Pot or on the stove. We layer aromatic spices like cumin seeds, minced ginger, and garlic with onions before adding tender potatoes and vibrant spinach, ensuring every bite is rich with traditional flavors without a long cooking time.

Prepare for a wonderfully aromatic experience with this Saag Aloo. You'll find tender, savory potatoes enveloped in a vibrant, spiced spinach sauce, making for a truly comforting and satisfying curry. The careful blend of turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, and cumin powder creates a complex yet balanced profile that's both earthy and subtly warming, with the option to adjust the heat with a serrano chili.

Want to adjust the spice level? Simply deseed the serrano chili for a milder curry, or omit it entirely. If you don't have Kashmiri red chilli powder, paprika is a great substitute to achieve that lovely color. Feel free to use either russet or gold potatoes; both will yield delicious results.

This Saag Aloo makes a fantastic main course alongside rice or naan, or it can be a delightful side dish to a larger Indian feast. Its comforting nature makes it ideal for a cozy dinner.

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