sig's Saag Aloo (spinach and potatoes)

1. 1

   blanch spinach in boiling water for about 4 minutes,drain into sieve over another pan .Squeeze as much water as possible out of spinach with wooden spoon.

2. 2

   Bring water back to boil ,set spinach aside.Cut cross into tomatoes take spinach water of heat and add tomatoes ,leave in water for a few minutes.

3. 3

   Remove tomatoes and peel back skin , take out flesh discard seeds, keep tomatoes about 1/4 size.Discard water.

4. 4

   Heat oil in pan over medium heat and fry mustard seeds until they splatter,add onions ,garlic and ginger and fry for about 5 munutes stirring .Add the pre cooked but still slightly firn potato chunks,chilli powder salt and water,cook for 10 minutes.Add sspinach and tomatoes to the pan .Cover and simmer for 10 -15 minutes until potatoes are tender.

5. 5

   as an alternative to spinach this can be made with spring greens and use some fresh chopped chilli ,omit chilli powder.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.