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Potato and Spinach Curry

Irresistible Potato and Spinach Curry: Quick Comfort Food

Aloo Palak, a creamy potato and spinach curry, combines wholesome ingredients for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 4 medium Potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil or olive oil/ghee
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds or ground cumin
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
  • 4 cups Spinach fresh, or frozen
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander or ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin or ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric or curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Paprika or cayenne for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt to taste
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish
  • 1 whole Lemon cut into wedges

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add the peeled and chopped potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt coconut oil over medium-high heat, then add cumin seeds and sizzle for 30 seconds.
  3. Add chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Mix in ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  6. Fold in chopped spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Gently combine the boiled potatoes, stirring for about 3 minutes until coated in the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with naan or basmati rice to soak up the creamy sauce. Adjust spice levels with green chilies if desired.

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