Aloo Palak Recipe
Simple Pakistani aloo palak with potatoes and spinach cooked with garlic, cumin, tomatoes and green chilies.
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Ingredients for Aloo Palak
- 500 g fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 green chilies
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp red chili powder
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
- Salt to taste
How to Make Aloo Palak
- Heat oil and fry cumin seeds, garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes, green chilies and powdered spices and cook until soft.
- Add the potatoes with a small splash of water, cover and cook until almost tender.
- Add chopped spinach and cook uncovered until it wilts and releases moisture.
- Continue cooking until the potatoes are tender and excess liquid evaporates.
- Taste for salt and serve hot with roti or paratha.
Helpful Notes for Aloo Palak
Read the full method before starting, measure the ingredients, and complete any chopping, soaking or marinating first. This makes Aloo Palak easier to cook and helps every stage finish at the right time.
Wash, cut and measure the vegetables before heating the pan so they cook evenly. Toast whole spices briefly in oil, add delicate vegetables later, and avoid overcooking so colour and texture remain appealing.
Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate them in a covered container. Reheat gently, adding only a small splash of water so the vegetables do not become watery.
Aloo Palak Cooking Tips
- Wash and prepare the vegetables before heating the pan so they cook evenly.
- Toast whole spices briefly in oil to release their aroma before adding other ingredients.
- Avoid overcooking fresh vegetables so their colour and texture remain appealing.
Questions About Aloo Palak
Can I adjust the spice level?
Yes. Reduce or increase the chilli to suit your household, while keeping the other spices in balance so the dish remains aromatic.
What should I do before I start cooking?
Read the full method once, measure the ingredients, and prepare any chopped items first. This makes the steps easier to follow and helps the dish cook evenly.