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Aloo palak is a popular vegetarian
dish from Indian cuisine that is made with potatoes (aloo) and spinach (palak)
cooked in a flavorful blend of spices. The dish typically involves boiling
potatoes until tender, then frying them with onions, garlic, ginger, and
various spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Chopped spinach is then
added to the mixture and cooked until wilted. The result is a savory and
satisfying dish that is often served with rice or flatbread. Aloo palak is
known for being both nutritious and delicious, as spinach is a rich source of
iron and other vitamins, while potatoes provide carbohydrates and other
essential nutrients.
Here
is a recipe for aloo palak that serves 4 people:
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Ingredients:
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4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and chopped
into small cubes
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4 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and
chopped
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1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon garlic paste
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1 tablespoon ginger paste
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1 teaspoon cumin seeds
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1 teaspoon coriander powder
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1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
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1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to
taste)
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Salt to taste
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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Water as needed
Instructions:
1.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over
medium heat.
2.
Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then
add the chopped onions and fry until they turn translucent.
3.
Add garlic and ginger paste, and fry for
another minute.
4.
Add chopped potatoes, coriander powder,
turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and sauté for 3-4
minutes.
5.
Add 1/2 cup of water and mix well. Cover the
pan and cook the potatoes until they are tender, stirring occasionally. Add
more water if needed.
6.
Once the potatoes are cooked, add the chopped
spinach leaves and mix well. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the spinach is
wilted and cooked.
7.
Adjust salt and spices as per taste.
8.
Serve hot with steamed rice or Indian bread
like roti, paratha or naan.
Enjoy your delicious aloo
palak!
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