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Easy Saag Aloo

Easy Saag Aloo

Easy Saag Aloo is a comforting and healthy dish made with potatoes and spinach, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium potatoes Yukon Gold or Russet
  • 4 cups fresh spinach or kale
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
For the Cooking
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds or ground cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder or ground caraway
  • 1 tsp garam masala or curry powder
  • to taste salt
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • large pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Saag Aloo
  1. Begin by peeling and dicing two medium-sized potatoes into even cubes, about 1-inch in size, for uniform cooking. Then, wash and thoroughly chop about 4 cups of fresh spinach, setting both aside.
  2. In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes. Once hot, add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and sauté until they crackle and become fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  3. Add 1 finely chopped onion to the pan, cooking for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and translucent.
  4. Incorporate 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger into the pan and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Add the diced potatoes to the mixture and sauté for about 5 minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
  6. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly and sauté for another minute.
  7. Pour in 1 cup of water, stir to combine, cover with a lid, and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Add the chopped spinach to the pan, stir gently, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach has wilted.
  9. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garam masala, remove the pan from heat, and let it sit for a minute before serving.
  10. Serve hot, optionally garnishing with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy with naan or basmati rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure onions are browned well for sweetness; stir often while cooking to prevent sticking. Customize spices to taste.

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