Sarson Ka Saag

Ingredients

• 750 g mustard greens (sarsoun ka saag, chopped)
• 250 g spinach (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon gingerroot (sliced)
• 6 whole green chilies, finely chopped
• salt
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon red chile
• 2 green onions (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons coriander leaves (chopped)

Directions

1. 1

   If fresh mustard greens are used, remove any coarse stalks, chop finely and wash thoroughly in a few changes of water. Thaw the frozen mustard greens, if used.

2. 2

   Place mustard greens, red chilli, spinach and salt in a heavy based saucepan and cook over low heat for about an hour or until the leaves are very tender, stirring occasionally. ( The leaves will release water during cooking. Add more water if it dries up quickly.)

3. 3

   During cooking mash the leaves with a saag masher or a wooden spoon against the sides of the saucepan. (alternatively put the cooked greens in batches in a food processor or blender and blend to a puree without adding more water.

4. 4

   Stirring continuously cook for 10-15 minutes or until thick and creamy. Heat oil in a small frying pan add finely sliced ginger and onion and fry to a light golden color, Add green chilies, stir once and add to saag. Cook over low heat for 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly.