Yukon Gold Potatoes & Spinach Masala

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbs. canola oil
  • 1 lb. Yukon Gold Potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (4 cups)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 tbs.)
  • 2 tbs. minced fresh ginger
  • 1 jalapeno chile, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric
  • 1 13.5-oz. can light coconut milk
  • 1 6-oz. bag baby spinach
  • 1 1/2 tsp. garam masala
  • 1 tbs. lime juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Peparation:

 Steam potatoes in steamer basket set over simmering water 10 minutes, or until just tender.

Meanwhile, heatoil in large skillet over medium heat.  Add onion and saute 8 minutes, or until soft and golden.  Add garlic, ginger and jalapeno and saute 1 minute, or until fragrant.  Stir in coriander, cumin and turmeric.  Add steamed potatoes and saute 1 to 2 minutes, to coat with spices.  Add coconut milk and 1/4 cup water and season with salt and pepper, if desired.  Bring to a simmer.  Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 5 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken.

Stir in spinach, garam marsala and 1/4 cup water and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.  Stir in lime juice and cilantro.

<< Previous: White Bean and Tuna Salad