Saag Chole (Spinach And Chickpeas) Recipe

Name: Saag Chole (Spinach And Chickpeas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium onions; 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger; 2 garlic cloves; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped coarsely; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 (20 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained; 1 1/2 cups cooked drained chickpeas; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 medium onions
1/2 inch piece fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
2 medium tomatoes, chopped coarsely
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 (20 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 1/2 cups cooked drained chickpeas
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon lemon juice

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Slice the onions into thin half rounds. grate the ginger and garlic. In a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. add the cumin. When it darkens (1 to 2 seconds), add the grated ginger and garlic. Cook for 1 minute, then add the sliced onions and saute until lightly browned (about 8 minutes).
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Add the tomatoes and cook until soft (about 5 minutes). Add the coriander, turmeric, salt, and cayenne. Mix well, then add the spinach. Mix again, cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in the chickpeas and cook for 5 more minutes. Add the garam masala and lemon juice; serve hot.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium onions, 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger, 2 garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Saag Chole (Spinach And Chickpeas) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Saag Chole (Spinach And Chickpeas)

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