Aloo Palak – Ινδία

Aloo Palak (Potato Spinach Curry) Recipe

Συστατικά:

• 3 large potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
• 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and chopped
• 1 μεγάλο κρεμμύδι, ψιλοκομμένο
• 2 ντομάτες, ψιλοκομμένες
• 2-3 πράσινα τσίλι, ψιλοκομμένα (προσαρμόζονται στη γεύση)
• 3 σκελίδες σκόρδο, κιμά
• Κομμάτι τζίντζερ 1 ίντσας, τριμμένο
• 1 σπόρους κουταλακιών κουταλακιών XNUMX
• 1 κουταλάκι του γλυκού κουρκουμά σε σκόνη
• 1 κουταλάκι του γλυκού κόκκινο τσίλι σε σκόνη (προσαρμόστε στη γεύση)
• 1 κουταλάκι του γλυκού κόλιανδρο σε σκόνη
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• Αλάτι για γεύση
• 2 κουταλιές σούπας φυτικό έλαιο
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish

Οδηγίες:

1. Ετοιμάζουμε τις πατάτες:

• Peel the potatoes and dice them into small cubes.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and fry them until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the pan and set aside.

1. Prepare the Spinach:

• In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
• Add chopped onions, green chilies, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.

1. Προσθέστε ντομάτες και μπαχαρικά:

• Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate.
• Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes until the spices are well incorporated.

1. Add Spinach:

• Add the chopped spinach leaves to the pan. Stir well and cook until the spinach wilts down and becomes soft. This will take a few minutes.

1. Combine with Potatoes:

• Once the spinach is cooked, add the fried potatoes to the pan. Mix well so that the potatoes are coated with the spinach and spice mixture.

1. Simmer and Garnish:

• Add garam masala powder and let the curry simmer for a few more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
• Taste and adjust salt and spices according to your preference.

1. Σερβίρισμα:

• Remove the curry from heat and transfer it to a serving dish.
• Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
• Aloo Palak is ready to be served! Enjoy it hot with roti, naan, or rice.

Σημείωση: You can adjust the spice levels according to your preference. If you prefer a milder curry, reduce the amount of green chilies and red chili powder. Similarly, if you like it spicier, feel free to increase the amount of chili powder or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.