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North Indian Saag and Fried Onions
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North Indian Saag and Fried Onions

4.5 (489 ratings)

North Indian Saag and Fried Onions -- simple ingredients treated with real care.

Prep
13 min
Cook
62 min
Servings
5
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb saag
  • a pinch yellow onion
  • 4 oz garlic-ginger paste
  • 1/4 cup ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp turmeric
  • 1 cup garam masala
  • 3 cloves fresh cilantro
  • to taste flaky salt
Method

Step by step

  1. Toast the spices in a little oil until fragrant, watching so they do not scorch.
  2. Cook the onion, garlic and ginger low and slow until soft and sweet.
  3. Add the saag, then the liquid, and let it barely simmer to build depth.
  4. Round it out with a swirl of cream or a handful of cilantro before serving.
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