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{07.11.15 | print}

ingredients

• oil - 3 tbsp
• garlic ginger paste (or fresh) - 1.5 tbsp
• dried fried onion (or fresh) - 1/4 cup
• coriander powder - 1 tbsp
• cumin powder - 1 tbsp
• tumeric powder - 2 tsp
• red pepper powder - 1 tsp
• salt - 2 tsp
• tomato sauce - 1/3 cup
• chopped spinach (thawed, drained) - 1 lb
• cooked chopped kale (optional) - 1/4 lb
• water - 1/2 cup

directions

heat large pot with oil on medium-high heat.

add in garlic, ginger, and all spices except salt. cook and mix, around 2-3 minutes. add tomato sauce and cook for another 2 minutes. add salt, spinach, kale, and water. cover and cook on medium-low for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. reduce heat if it is sticking.

add 1-2 extra tablespoons of tomato sauce if desired. optionally blend with hand blender. optionally, add cooked potatoes or fried paneer. cook, uncovered, on medium-high while continuously stirring for 5-10 minutes, until desired level of liquid is reached, most of the water should evaporate.

notes

original recipe from mom