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.

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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.
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