Saag Aloo Recipe • Comforting Vegetarian Dish | Club Foody

 

As a foody (yes, with a “y”), I’m not limited to one type of food. I’ve been exploring diverse food cultures for decades and my curiosity won’t stop anytime soon. It’s been a passion that brought me to try new and exotic dishes from around the world 🌍.
 
Pakistani and Indian cuisines are among my top five favorites 💖. Both have aromatic and complex flavor profiles. These cultures are not afraid to season their food with a range of ingredients, spices, and herbs. It can be anything from vegetarian dishes to meats.
 
A fragrant dish that we enjoy is Saag Aloo! This comforting vegetarian recipe is simply lovely. With potatoes and spinach along with a wide range of seasonings, it has a nice earthy and savory aroma with slight tangy notes from the tomatoes and lemon juice 🍋!
 
I use Yukon Gold potatoes 🥔 because they hold their shape without falling apart. I highly suggest staying away from russets which can turn into mash. When boiling potatoes, I cook them until just fork-tender, 10 to 12 minutes at most.
 
Traditionally, there are chili peppers in a Saag Aloo. Recently, I’ve been experiencing some heartburn so I’ve been cutting back on the “heat” 🔥, but I still incorporate some cayenne pepper. If you want to add some peppers when sautéing the onions, go ahead. I recommend using serrano, jalapeño, or bird’s eye chilies.
 
It’s very easy to get distracted, especially when I’m filming…
In the video, I add my well-drained cooked potatoes to the mixture followed by the baby spinach leaves. THAT’S WRONG! The spinach 🍃 has to go in the mixture first, and after being wilted, then the potatoes go in. I could’ve redone the video but it takes time so I’m sure you can adjust this step.
 
Considered a part of the culinary heritage of both nations (Pakistan and India), Saag Aloo is a classic Punjabi dish! The combination of iron-rich spinach, potatoes and herbs/spices offers a nutritious meal on its own but can also be enjoyed as a side. I like it as is and serve it with naan, roti, or rice 🍚.
Bon Appétit!🍽
NOTE: A similar healthy dish you should also try is this one… Aloo Gobi.
 
Check out these other delicious Pakistani and Indian recipes… 😀
– Samosas
– Lamb Keema
– Bunny Chow
– Slow Cooker Beef Curry
– Chicken Chapli Kebab
– Mango Chutney
– Pork Vindaloo
– Indian Basmati with Dry Fruits
– Indian Butter Chicken
– Kashmiri Chai Tea • Pink Tea
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