Indian Saag
Description
Indian saag is an easy-to-make thick, flavorful curry of cooked leafy green vegetables like mustard greens and spinach, frequently served with naan.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup butter
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2 tablespoons ground turmeric
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2 teaspoons cumin seed
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1 green chile pepper, seeded and diced
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2 cloves garlic, chopped
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1 pound chopped fresh mustard greens
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1 pound chopped fresh spinach
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 teaspoon salt
Directions
1
Melt butter in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; cook and stir turmeric, cumin seed, chile pepper, and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
2
Stir in chopped mustard greens and spinach a little at a time, adding the tougher stems and thicker leaves first. Cook and stir until greens are thoroughly wilted.
3
Stir in ground cumin, coriander, and salt. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until greens are tender, about 10 minutes; add water as needed to keep greens moist.