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🌿 Healthy Spinach Corn Curry (Palak Corn Curry)
🥘 Ingredients
For the spinach puree:
- 3 cups fresh spinach leaves (washed & chopped)
- 1 green chili (adjust to spice level)
- 1-inch piece of ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- Water (for blanching)
For the curry:
- 1 tsp olive oil / coconut oil / ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 medium tomato (finely chopped or pureed)
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup boiled sweet corn kernels (frozen or fresh)
- 2 tbsp low-fat cream or cashew paste (for vegan)
- Water as needed
- Fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
👩🏽🍳 Instructions
1. Blanch and Puree Spinach
- Boil water in a pot. Add spinach leaves and blanch for 1-2 minutes.
- Drain and immediately transfer to cold water (to retain the green color).
- Blend spinach with green chili, ginger, and garlic to a smooth paste. Set aside.
2. Make the Curry Base
- In a pan, heat 1 tsp oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions. Sauté until light golden.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft and oil starts to separate (you can cover it to cook faster).
- Add turmeric, red chili, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add Spinach & Corn
- Add the spinach puree. Cook on medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
- Add boiled corn and mix well. Add water to adjust consistency.
- Simmer for another 5-7 minutes.
4. Finish with Cream (Optional)
- Stir in low-fat cream or cashew paste. Mix and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat. Squeeze in a bit of lemon juice for freshness (optional).
5. Garnish & Serve
- Garnish with coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with roti, brown rice, quinoa, or millet roti for a wholesome meal.
💡 Tips for Health Boost
- Use low-oil or no-oil sautéing by using a non-stick pan and a splash of water.
- Add more veggies like bell peppers or peas for fiber.
- Swap cream for blended silken tofu or soaked cashews to make it richer without dairy.
- Use baby spinach for milder taste and easier prep.
