Sikkim Sishnu Nettle Saag Potato Stir Lepcha Mountain

Method

1. 1

   Wear rubber gloves to handle raw stinging nettle.

2. 2

   Select only the tender young top leaves. Wash thoroughly in cold water.

3. 3

   Blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain immediately.

4. 4

   Plunge into cold water. The sting is completely eliminated by heat. Squeeze firmly to remove all water. Roughly chop.

5. 5

   Heat 1 tbsp mustard oil to smoking in a pan.

6. 6

   Reduce to medium-high. Add sliced garlic — fry 1 minute until golden. Add finely chopped green chillies.

7. 7

   Add the boiled potato cubes. Toss and fry 3 minutes until slightly golden.

8. 8

   Add the blanched chopped nettle. Add turmeric.

9. 9

   Toss on high heat for 4 to 5 minutes until completely dry and well-combined with the potato.

10. 10

    Season with salt.

11. 11

    Serve with steamed rice or dhedo.