Spinach Curry

Dive into the vibrant, wholesome flavors of Spinach Curry, a comforting Indian-inspired dish that transforms fresh spinach into a creamy, spiced delight. Featuring nutrient-rich greens simmered in a fragrant blend of aromatic cumin, earthy coriander, and warming garam masala, this plant-based recipe is balanced with the mellow sweetness of tomatoes and the optional richness of cream or coconut milk. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile curry pairs beautifully with steamed rice or warm flatbreads, making it a perfect weeknight meal or an impressive addition to your dinner spread. Packed with flavor and brimming with nutrients, this quick and easy spinach curry is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful twist on classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh spinach
• 1 medium onion
• 1 large tomato
• 1 inch ginger
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 whole green chili
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 250 milliliters water
• 50 milliliters cream or coconut milk

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Drain the water and roughly chop the spinach. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion. Dice the tomato and set both aside.

Step 3

Peel the ginger and garlic cloves. Crush them together using a mortar and pestle or grate them on a fine grater.

Step 4

Slice the green chili into thin rounds. Adjust the quantity based on your preference for spice.

Step 5

In a large pan over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they turn translucent.

Step 7

Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chili slices. Cook for another 2 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.

Step 8

Add the diced tomato to the pan, stirring well. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes become soft and mushy.

Step 9

Stir in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well and cook the spices for 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Add the chopped spinach to the pan, stirring well to combine with the spice mixture.

Step 11

Pour in the water and salt. Cover the pan and let the curry simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until the spinach is soft and cooked.

Step 12

Add the garam masala and stir. If you prefer a creamier consistency, stir in the cream or coconut milk at this stage and let it cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 13

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 14

Remove from heat and serve hot with rice or bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1218.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	668.0

Total Fat 40.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4517.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.9g
Protein 19.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 642.1mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 1020.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 36.9%