Saag Aloo (Potato & Spinach Curry)

Saag Aloo (Potato & Spinach Curry)
Serves: 4
Preparation: 5 minutes
Cooking: 20-25 minutes
Ingredients
500g potatoes, cut into 2cm cubes
300g spinach leaves
1 red onion, diced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
3 garlic cloves, finely sliced
1 chilli, finely chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons coconut or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
½ cup vegetable stock or water, as needed
Pinch of salt
Garnish
A handful of fresh coriander, roughly chopped
1-2 teaspoons chilli flakes (optional)
Method
In a large heavy-set pot or casserole dish, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add red onion and saute for 3 minutes
Add remaining oil, ginger, garlic, chilli, spices and potatoes and fry for 5 minutes, stirring often
Add vegetable stock (or water), making sure the potatoes are almost covered (otherwise add extra water), place a lid on, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender
Stir through spinach leaves and cook for a further 2 minutes until wilted
Season with a pinch of salt and serve with hot chapati or rice. Garnish with coriander and chilli flakes (for spice lovers)