By Ujjainee Roy
January 3, 2023
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If you love delicious homemade palak recipes, you must try this aromatic and indulgent dhaba-style Lahsooni Palak which has just the right dose of spinach and garlic. Pair it with a crispy paratha or roti!
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– 4 cups fresh spinach leaves – 1 cup finely chopped onions – 1 cup ripe tomatoes – 2 tablespoons oil or ghee – 1 teaspoon cumin seeds – 1 tablespoon ginger, finely – 1 tablespoon garlic, minced – 1-2 green chilies, – 1/2 teaspoon turmeric – 1 teaspoon red chili powder – 1 teaspoon coriander – Salt to taste – 1/2 teaspoon garam masala – 1 tablespoon lemon juice – Fresh coriander leaves
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Bring a pot of water to boil. Submerge the spinach leaves in boiling water for about 2 minutes until they wilt. Transfer the spinach to a bowl of ice water to retain its green color. Drain the spinach and blend it into a smooth puree.
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In a pan, heat oil or ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add finely chopped garlic and ginger. Sauté until the garlic turns golden brown.
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Add chopped onions to the pan and cook until they become translucent. Introduce chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate.
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Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Sauté for an additional minute. Incorporate Spinach Puree: Pour in the blended spinach puree. Mix well with the onion-tomato-spice mixture.
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Add salt and garam masala. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. Let the Lahsooni Palak simmer for 8-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the palak for a burst of citrusy flavour.
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In a pan, heat oil or ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add finely chopped garlic and ginger. Sauté until the garlic turns golden brown.
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