Lamb Or Beef Saag Recipe
A classic Indian dish cooked with spinach.
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Ingredients
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Meat
Vegetables
Spices
Cooking Essentials
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cooking
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds until aromatic.
- 3
- 4
Add Garlic, Ginger, and Spices
Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes. Then add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 5
Brown the Meat
Add the cubed lamb or beef to the skillet, stirring to coat the meat in the spice mixture. Brown the meat on all sides, which should take about 5-10 minutes.
- 6
Incorporate Tomato
Add the chopped tomato and mix it in. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomato softens.
- 7
Add Water and Spinach
Pour in the water and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, add the chopped spinach, stirring until it wilts down.
- 8
Simmer
Cover the skillet and let the dish simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.
- 9
Finish with Garam Masala
Once the meat is cooked, sprinkle the garam masala and black pepper powder over the dish. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 10
Serve
Remove from heat, serve hot with rice or naan, and enjoy your Lamb or Beef Saag!
