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Turmeric-Spiced Spinach and Potatoes

Turmeric-Spiced Spinach and Potatoes

Vegetarian Indian, fast: this simplified saag aloo pairs spinach and potatoes with warm, earthy turmeric.

By Rose HattabaughNovember 15, 2022

  • Makes
    4 to 6 servings
  • Cook Time
    40 minutes
  • Rating

With chopped spinach in the freezer and potatoes in the pantry, it’s easy to prepare a simplified version of the classic Indian dish known as saag aloo (“greens potatoes,” literally translated). We season ours with a simple combination of spices—turmeric for its golden hue and cumin for earthy warmth. Before using the frozen spinach, thaw it and drain in a colander; if it’s still very wet, pat it dry with paper towels. Basmati rice or warm flatbreads make delicious accompaniments.

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