Thursday, July 2, 2009

Spinach and Tomato Saag

Ingredients:
Spinach (preferably whole leaf), fresh or frozen - 1 lb
Tomato, quartered - 2-3 small
Tomato juice - 1/2 cup (optional)
(Substitute the two ingredients above with half a can of whole tomato and juice)
Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
Turmeric - 1/4 tsp
Green chillies, slit lengthwise - 4
Mushrooms, chopped - 1 cup (optional)
Oil - 1 tbsp
Salt - to taste

Cooking time: 10-15 min
Servings: 2-3

Method:
Heat the oil and add cumin and mustard seeds. When the seeds start to sputter, add the green chillies and mushroom pieces. Fry for a few minutes, then add the spinach and tomato. Mix together and cook covered for 5-10 min or until the spinach has thawed (if frozen) and is completely cooked. Add turmeric and salt and mix well, cook for a few more minutes. Serve hot with chapatis or rice.

Author: Shrinkingsodacan

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