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Indian Saag Recipe
Indian saag creates curry featuring cooked mustard or similar bitter greens like kale, collards, and turnip greens combined with spinach for nutritious preparation. This traditional recipe showcases how bitter greens can be transformed into delicious curry through proper cooking techniques and spice combinations. The curry format makes nutrient-dense greens more appealing while traditional spices add complexity that balances any bitterness. This combination of bitter and mild greens provides varied flavors and textures while maximizing nutritional benefits from leafy vegetables. The traditional preparation honors Indian cooking methods that make healthy ingredients taste exceptional through proper seasoning and technique.
Indian saag is a curry of cooked mustard or similar bitter greens (kale, collards, turnip greens) and spinach or similar mild greens (chard, bok choy, beet greens). Any combination of greens works! Use more spices and peppers for hot saag or less for mild.
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
3 cups
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Ingredients
½ cup butter
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons cumin seed
1 green chile pepper, seeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pound chopped fresh mustard greens
1 pound chopped fresh spinach
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Melt butter in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; cook and stir turmeric, cumin seed, chile pepper, and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
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Stir in chopped mustard greens and spinach a little at a time, adding the tougher stems and thicker leaves first. Cook and stir until greens are thoroughly wilted.
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Stir in ground cumin, coriander, and salt. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until greens are tender, about 10 minutes; add water as needed to keep greens moist.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 182 | Calories |
| 16g | Fat |
| 8g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 182 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 16g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium 565mg | 25% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 5g | 9% |
| Vitamin C 46mg | 51% |
| Calcium 183mg | 14% |
| Iron 5mg | 28% |
| Potassium 619mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
