Delicious Indian Greens Recipes: Palak Tofu and More
Recipe Overview
Overview
This collection of Indian greens recipes is a delightful way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals. Starting with the Palak Tofu, this dish combines pressed and cubed tofu with a creamy spinach sauce, seasoned with spices like garam masala and garlic powder. The result is a comforting dish that pairs beautifully with naan or rice, making it a satisfying option for any dinner table.
Next up is the Green Kaa Kima, a creative twist on traditional minced meat dishes. By using lentils and walnuts, this recipe not only caters to plant-based diets but also packs a punch in flavor and texture. The green sauce, made from spinach, cilantro, and spices, elevates the dish, making it a perfect filling for burritos or quesadillas.
The Chickpea Lentil Quinoa Spinach Stew is another highlight, offering a hearty meal that comes together in just one pan. With three sources of protein, this stew is both nutritious and filling, ideal for busy weeknights. Adding coconut milk or cashew cream enhances its creaminess, making it a comforting dish to enjoy with crusty bread.
Lastly, the S Cornbread Casserole is a clever adaptation of the traditional saroka sag, combining greens with cornbread for a dish that satisfies cravings without the hassle of rolling out flatbreads. This casserole is not only easy to prepare but also a great way to enjoy the flavors of Indian cuisine with minimal effort. Each recipe celebrates the versatility of greens, proving that healthy eating can be both delicious and enjoyable.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Tip: Use whichever greens you have available for flexibility in recipes.
Tip: Taste the dish to adjust flavors before serving.
Press and cube the tofu.
Crisp up the tofu with ground cumin, garam masala, and garlic powder.
Blend spinach, non-dairy milk, cashews or nuts, garlic, ginger, hot green chili, tomato, salt, sugar, and spices.
Add the blended sauce to the tofu skillet and cook until the garlic is no longer raw.
Garnish with cashew cream or dairy cream and serve with naan, rice, or garlic bread.
Blend spinach, cilantro, mint, hot green chili, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, cardamom, black pepper, and stock for the sauce.
Cook onion with fennel seeds, ginger, garlic, ground coriander, dill, and garam masala until golden.
Add the green sauce, stock, lentils, and walnuts to the cooked aromatics and mix.
Mix in a cream element like yogurt or cashew cream and adjust flavor.
Serve with naan, rice, or sourdough.
Tip: You can hide greens in pizza bread by topping it with lettuce, cucumber, onion, and lime juice.
Combine chickpeas, lentils, quinoa, and spinach sauce in one pan.
Add coconut milk or cashew cream to the stew.
Tip: Add coconut milk or cashew cream to the stew for extra creaminess.
Serve with naan, flatbread, or tortilla chips.
Tip: Using the oven for the casserole reduces the need for hands-on cooking.
Add spices, oil, and aromatics to a baking dish and mix well.
Top with greens and quinoa, add water or stock, and press down.
Mix all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, baking soda, and cumin seeds, then add oil and water.
Add spiced oil to the SAG and top with cornbread batter.
Tip: Spiced oil adds authentic flavor to the dish.
Cover and bake the casserole.
Slice and serve the S cornbread casserole.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Nuts
→ Substitution: Sunflower Seeds
Ingredient: Soy
→ Substitution: Tofu Alternatives
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Palak Tofu is a popular Indian dish made with spinach and tofu, providing a rich source of protein and iron.
- •Using mustard greens in recipes adds a unique flavor and nutritional benefits, making them a great alternative to spinach.
- •Lentils are a staple in Indian cuisine, known for their high protein content and versatility in dishes.
- •The vibrant green color of these dishes is not only appealing but also indicates the presence of essential vitamins and minerals.
