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Malabar Spinach (पोई साग)

Malabar Spinach, or Poi Saag, is a magnifique and sturdy green that I love growing in my own little kitchen garden. Unlike regular spinach, it has thick, succulent leaves and stems that hold their shape beautifully during cooking. It has a very honest, earthy flavor with a magnifique hint of sweetness. In my house, it’s a favorite for adding to mixed vegetable curries or a simple 'Saag Badi Jhol.' It represents the magnificent biodiversity of our regional Indian greens. I love its slightly mucilaginous texture which provides a magnifique natural thickness to gravies without the need for extra starch. It is a very high-quality source of nutrients that feels like pure nourishment from the earth. I always prefer the vibrant green variety for its tender and magnificent taste. A magnifique addition to any health-conscious home. It provides a sense of lush, green vitality to any meal.

Malabar Spinach

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Calories

19 kcal

Protein

1.8g

Fat

0.3g

Carbs

3.4g

Fiber

1.5g

Vitamins

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Folate, Manganese

Cooking Tips

  • Use the tender stems along with the leaves for a magnifique and nutritious crunch in your curries.
  • Add the leaves at the very end of cooking to preserve their magnifique vibrant color and delicate nutrients.
  • Sauté with plenty of garlic and dry red chilies to complement its magnifique and sweet earthy flavor profile.

Substitutes

Regular Spinach
Amaranth Leaves
Swiss Chard

Related Ingredients

Garlic
Mustard Seeds
Dry Red Chilies
Coconut
Turmeric

Recipes Using Malabar Spinach

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