North Indian Saag Chole (Chickpeas and Greens)

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This simple vegetarian North Indian dish of chickpeas is cooked with spinach, mustard leaves, finely chopped broccoli, cabbage, or other greens, along with added spices. You can also add more spices and peppers for hot saag, or less for mild. Saag is super easy to make. Here is my version, enjoy!

Submitted by Mona Sohal
Published on September 17, 2017
Prep Time:
40 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
10 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 bunches fresh mustard greens

  • 2 bunches fresh spinach

  • 2 ½ cups water, or as needed, divided

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 2 cups finely chopped cabbage

  • 2 cups finely chopped broccoli

  • ½ cup corn flour

  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds

  • 2 medium onions, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped

  • 2 medium tomatoes, cored and chopped

  • 1 large green chile pepper, seeded and diced

  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger, or to taste

  • salt to taste

  • 1 ½ cups chickpeas

Directions

  1. Wash mustard greens and spinach until all dirt is gone. Trim and remove all fibrous material, then chop greens and set aside.

  2. Bring 2 cups water and salt to a boil in a large stockpot. Add mustard greens, spinach, cabbage, and broccoli; cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 10 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.

  3. Combine 1/2 cup water and corn flour in a bowl to make a runny paste with no lumps. Add it to pureed greens and mix until well combined.

  4. Cover and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Mixture should be a medium consistency and not too runny; add more water if too thick.

  5. Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds, then add onions and garlic. Saute until onions are translucent, about 8 minutes.

  6. Add tomatoes, chile pepper, coriander, and ginger. Season with salt to taste. Add chickpeas and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Gradually stir in cooked greens.

Cook's Note:

Any combination of greens works.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

257 Calories
16g Fat
25g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 257
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 20%
Saturated Fat 7g 34%
Cholesterol 24mg 8%
Sodium 488mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 7g 25%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 105mg 116%
Calcium 173mg 13%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 860mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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