Aloo Palak Masala | आलू पालक मसाला । मज़ेदार आलू सब्जी | restaurant style Saag Aloo | Ranveer Brar

Introduction

This tutorial guides you through the process of making Aloo Palak Masala, a delicious and flavorful Indian dish featuring potatoes and spinach. Perfect for winter meals, this recipe is inspired by Chef Ranveer Brar's restaurant-style preparation. Follow these steps to create a comforting dish that pairs wonderfully with roti.

Step 1: Prepare for Blanching Spinach

1. Boil Water

   • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt to taste.

2. Blanch Spinach

   • Add 3 medium bunches of roughly chopped spinach to the boiling water.
   • Blanch for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

3. Ice Bath

   • Remove the spinach and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice-cold water to stop the cooking process.
   • Stir well and squeeze out excess water.

4. Make Spinach Paste

   • Place the blanched spinach in a grinder jar and blend until smooth. Set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Aloo Palak

1. Heat Oil

   • In a kadai or handi, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.

2. Add Spices

   • Once the oil is hot, add:
     • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
     • ½ teaspoon crushed coriander seeds
   • Let them splutter, then add 5-6 chopped garlic cloves and sauté until golden.

3. Add Potatoes

   • Add 5-6 medium peeled and diced potatoes to the pan.
   • Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.

4. Season and Cook

   • Stir in:
     • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
     • Salt to taste
     • 1 teaspoon Degi red chili powder
   • Add a little water, mix well, and cover the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes.

5. Incorporate Greens

   • Add ¼ cup of roughly chopped green garlic leaves and ½ teaspoon gram flour.
   • Mix well and add a bit more water if needed.
   • Stir in the prepared spinach paste and 1 teaspoon of ghee. Let it simmer for a few minutes.

6. Finish with Tadka

   • Add the prepared tadka (see Step 3) to the Aloo Palak and mix thoroughly.
   • Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with more tadka.

Step 3: Prepare Tadka

1. Heat Oil for Tadka

   • In a separate pan, heat 2 teaspoons of oil.

2. Sauté Spices

   • Add:
     • ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds
     • 2-3 crushed garlic cloves
     • 2-3 dry red chilies
     • 1 teaspoon dry fenugreek leaves
     • ½ diced tomato
   • Season with salt to taste and cook for about a minute.

3. Combine Tadka with Aloo Palak

   • Pour this tadka over the Aloo Palak and mix well.

Conclusion

You have successfully prepared Aloo Palak Masala, a comforting and nutritious dish ideal for any meal. Serve it hot with roti or rice for a complete experience. Enjoy the rich flavors and warmth of this classic recipe, and feel free to explore variations by adding your favorite spices or ingredients!