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Delicious Punjabi Sarson Ka Saag: A Cozy Comfort Dish

Delicious Punjabi Sarson Ka Saag: A Cozy Comfort Dish

Discover the warmth of Delicious Punjabi Sarson Ka Saag: A Cozy Comfort Dish, packed with vibrant flavors and nutrients.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Greens
  • 500 g Mustard Greens
  • 450 g Spinach Greens
  • 100 g Bathua Leaves
Vegetables and Aromatics
  • 100 g Turnip
  • 80 g Mooli Daikon
  • 1.5 tablespoons Ginger
  • 4 pieces Garlic Cloves
  • 4 pieces Scallions (Spring Onions)
Seasonings and Cooking Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 2 pinches Hing (Asafoetida)
  • 2 cups Water
  • 5 tablespoons Makki Atta (Maize Flour)
  • ⅓ cup Mustard Oil
  • 3 pieces Dried Red Chilies
  • 2 cups Red Onion
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger
  • 4-5 pieces Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tablespoon Cilantro Stems
  • 3-4 pieces Green Chilies
  • 1 large Tomato
  • 3 tablespoons Butter

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Hand blender
  • Separate pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the greens by washing and chopping the mustard greens, spinach, and bathua leaves.
  2. In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add the chopped greens. Cook until they are wilted.
  3. Add 100 g of turnip, 80 g of mooli daikon, 1.5 tablespoons of ginger, and season with salt. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Once cooked, use a hand blender or mash the greens and vegetables to a coarse puree.
Cooking
  1. In a separate pan, heat ⅓ cup of mustard oil, add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and 3 dried red chilies, and sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add 2 cups of finely chopped red onion and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh ginger, 4-5 chopped garlic cloves, and cook for a few minutes.
  4. Mix in the pureed greens and vegetables, and then add 5 tablespoons of makki atta. Stir well to combine.
  5. Allow to cook for another 10-15 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
  6. Finish with 3 tablespoons of butter and adjust seasoning as required.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to swap spinach with kale or add seasonal veggies for more flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or butter.

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