Odisha Saga Aloo Spinach Potato Mustard Oil Odia Daily

Method

1. 1

   Heat 2 tbsp mustard oil to smoking. Reduce to medium.

2. 2

   Add panch phoron — all five seeds sizzle together.

3. 3

   Add dried red chillies and asafoetida.

4. 4

   Add potato cubes. Add turmeric. Toss to coat.

5. 5

   Cook on medium for 5 minutes stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Add all the chopped spinach. Toss on high heat. Cover immediately.

7. 7

   Cook covered on medium for 4 minutes. Uncover and toss.

8. 8

   Cook uncovered 4 more minutes until spinach is completely wilted and any moisture has evaporated.

9. 9

   Season with salt. The saga aloo should be dry — not watery.

10. 10

    Serve with steamed rice.