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Turnip Spinach Curry

Turnip & Spinach Curry (Shalgam Palak)

by Nabeela Kauser
Turnip & Spinach Curry (Shalgam Palak) is a comforting Pakistani and Indian recipe made with simple ingredients and aromatic spices. This wholesome vegetarian curry is packed with flavour, making it a satisfying choice for a family meal.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Indian, Pakistani
Servings 4
Calories 203 kcal

Ingredients

  • 750 g Turnips peeled and cut into chunks
  • 200 g Spinach roughly chopped
  • 50 ml Oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 5 cloves Garlic chopped
  • 1 Onion finely chopped
  • 2 Tomatoes finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Chilli Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 tbsp Dried Fenugreek

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat.
  • Add the cumin seeds and cook for about 30 seconds until they become fragrant. Stir in the chopped garlic and sauté for 1 minute, taking care not to let it burn.
  • Add the chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
  • Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes until they soften and break down into a thick sauce.
  • Add the spices and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring continuously so they become fragrant without catching on the bottom of the pan.
  • Pour in 2 tbsp water and cook for 1–2 minutes until the oil begins to separate from the masala.
  • Add the turnips and stir well to coat them evenly in the masala. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chopped spinach and mix until it begins to wilt. Cover the pan with a lid and cook over a low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring once or twice during cooking, until the turnips are tender and the spinach has completely softened.
  • Stir in the dried fenugreek and cook for another minute to allow the flavours to combine.
  • Serve hot with chapati, roti, or naan.

Nutrition

Calories: 203kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.05gSodium: 761mgPotassium: 872mgFibre: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5363IUVitamin C: 65mgCalcium: 137mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Cooking, Curry, Food, Palak, Recipe, Spinach, Turnip, Vegetable
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