Spinach with Indian Spices
Bring vibrant flavors to your table with this quick and healthy recipe for Spinach with Indian Spices. Packed with fresh greens and an aromatic blend of cumin, mustard seeds, garlic, and ginger, this comforting dish is elevated further with a hint of garam masala and a bright splash of lemon juice. Perfect for vegetarians and spice lovers alike, this sautéed spinach recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or warm Indian flatbreads like roti or naan. Whether you're cooking a light dinner or creating a spectacular side dish, this flavorful combination of nutrient-rich spinach and bold Indian spices will delight your taste buds and energize your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or mustard oil recommended)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 medium green chili, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 50 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Set it aside to drain.
Heat oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds to the hot oil. Let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chili. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the turmeric powder, ground coriander, and salt. Mix well to coat the aromatic mixture with spices.
Lower the heat slightly and start adding the chopped spinach in batches, stirring as you go. The spinach will wilt down quickly.
Once all the spinach is added, pour in the water, cover the pan, and let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow any excess water to evaporate.
Stir in the garam masala and cook for an additional minute.
Turn off the heat and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1597 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 604 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 3187 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
