Spicy Fried Spinach Recipe

Name: Spicy Fried Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh spinach, weighed after removing tough stalks; 2 tablespoons ghee; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 2 onions, sliced thinly; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 1/2 teaspoon black cumin seeds (optional); 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon ground chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh spinach, weighed after removing tough stalks
2 tablespoons ghee
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 onions, sliced thinly
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon black cumin seeds (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground chili powder
1 teaspoon salt

1
Wash spinach well, in several changes of water, to remove grit.
2
Heat the ghee and peanut oil in a large skillet or wok.
3
Stir-fry the sliced onion until golden brown.
4
Add the garlic and ginger; and stir-fry for a further minute or two.
5
Mix in the cumin seeds, ground spices and salt.
6
Finally, add the spinach.
7
Reduce heat to low and cook, uncovered, until the spinach has wilted and is cooked, stirring frequently.
8
Add more water as necessary to prevent the spinach from sticking to the pan.
9
Serve hot with rice or Indian breads.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fresh spinach, weighed after removing tough stalks, 2 tablespoons ghee, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, 2 onions, sliced thinly, and more.

Yes, Spicy Fried Spinach 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.

Spicy Fried Spinach

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