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Lasooni Palak (Dhaba-Style Garlic Spinach Curry)

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Lasooni palak garlic spinach curry cooked with simple spices for a classic Indian vegetarian main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 93
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic finely sliced
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

5 Quart Pot
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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add sliced garlic and cook until lightly golden.
  3. Add onion and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
  6. Pour in water and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Lightly mash or blend for a smoother texture if desired.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 263mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2837IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Do not overcook garlic to avoid bitterness.
Blend partially for a creamy consistency if preferred.
Serve warm with rice or flatbread.

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