Lamb in Pureed Spinach (Saag Gosht)

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 2
Lamb in Pureed Spinach (Saag Gosht) Recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

750 g lamb ( can substitute chicken )
1 large onion , finely chopped
ghee or oil
2 inches fresh ginger , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
4 fresh tomatoes , chopped ( or 1 can of tinned tomatoes )
500 g frozen chopped spinach ( fresh spinach works fine too )
4 tablespoons fresh coriander , chopped
4 cloves
2 brown cardamom pods
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
420
Sugar
4g
Fat
32g
Lamb in Pureed Spinach (Saag Gosht) is a popular North Indian dish that is made using lamb or chicken cooked with pureed spinach and aromatic spices. The dish has a creamy texture and mild spicy flavor that makes it an ideal choice for a family meal or dinner party. It is often served with rice or Indian bread such as naan or roti. The dish has a rich history and is believed to have originated in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan.

Instructions

1.Heat the ghee or oil in a large pot, add onion and cook until brown.
2.Add ginger and garlic, cook for 1 minute.
3.Add cloves, cardamom pods, cumin seed, turmeric, chili powder, black pepper and ground coriander, cook for 1 minute.
4.Add the lamb and cook until brown.
5.Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
6.Add the frozen spinach and salt, cover and cook for 25-30 minutes until the lamb is fully cooked.
7.Add garam masala and dried fenugreek, cook for a further 5 minutes.
8.Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

PROS

Lamb in Pureed Spinach (Saag Gosht) is a flavorful and nutritious dish that is rich in protein and vitamins.

It is an ideal way to consume spinach if you don’t like its taste.

It is easy to prepare and does not require a lot of ingredients.

This dish can be stored for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator and reheated before serving.

CONS

The dish takes longer to cook than other dishes.

It may be high in calories and fat depending on the amount of oil used.

The dish may also be spicy for some people to handle.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb in Pureed Spinach (Saag Gosht) is a rich source of protein, iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and fiber.
It is a great way to consume spinach which is loaded with antioxidants and may help in preventing chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes.
The dish also contains ginger and garlic which have anti-inflammatory properties that can help boost the immune system and improve digestion.

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