Creamy greens with turmeric and fenugreeks are perfect if you are in the mood for a heavy, spicy, and tastes like fully grown greens with some added power of spices. This recipe turns fenugreek into a delicious warm meal that will give you antioxidants from the turmeric and the nutrient-dense greens. Besides, getting organic spices from the best herbal shop means that you are eating healthy food free from chemicals, apart from enhancing the taste of the food to your desired level.
Ingredients :
For the Greens:
- 2 cups spinach (or any leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard)
- 1 cup fenugreek leaves
- 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 tablespoon ghee (or olive oil for a vegan option)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small piece of grated ginger
- 1 green chili, chopped (optional for heat)
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or fresh cream if preferred)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice
The Flavourful Fusion of Turmeric and Fenugreek
Cooking Instructions:
1.Prep Your Greens
The first step to preparing this recipe is to rinse the spinach and fenugreek leaves well. After washing, chop them roughly. The bitterness from the leaves is a little toned down by the addition of other spices that are used in this preparation.
2.Heat Your Spices
In a large pan, place ghee or olive oil and put on the stove top on medium heat. Add in the cumin seeds and mustard seeds; let them splutter. This forces the essential oils in the seeds out and gives the oil a warm, nutty smell and taste.
Then add in the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir for 3-4 minutes until the onions become tender and clear out the aroma of the spices in the kitchen. If you want spiciness, add the chopped green chilies at this time.
3.Add Turmeric and Fenugreek
Now it’s time to introduce the star of the dish: Turmeric powder. However, besides the stunning bright yellow color, turmeric also adds a dense, peppery taste to the dish. Add approximately a tablespoon of turmeric powder and sauté it together with the onions and garlic for one minute.
Finally, put chopped fenugreek leaves and spinach into the pan. To cook, heat for 5-7 minutes on a low heat while stirring to allow the greens to shrink and soften.
4.Spice It Up
When your greens are almost cooked, add your coriander, which gives that citrus flavor. In a complete set, add a pinch of pink Himalayan salt and a pinch of black pepper for spice.
5.Make It Creamy
Here comes the creamy part of the dish. Add the coconut milk (or fresh cream in case you would like to make it creamy). Mix it well and then allow it to cook on very low heat for about 5 minutes to allow the blended herbs to mix properly. This is because the coconut milk gives a mild sweetness that balances well with the slightly bitter note from the fenugreek seeds and the warmth from the spices.
6.Finishing Touches
Finally, add in some fresh lemon juice so that it enhances the colors and adds some sourness to balance the other flavors.
7.Serve and Enjoy!
Now your creamy greens with turmeric and fenugreek are prepared for your table! If served warm, this dish goes very well with warm naan, steamed rice, or quinoa. Because of the deep green leaves, it also creates a spectacular sight when served with the bright yellow turmeric and the rich creamy sauce.
Conclusion
Embracing the richness of nature's most healing elements is what makes cooking creamy greens with turmeric and fenugreek more than just a tasty supper. A tasty and filling dish is produced when nutrient-dense greens, turmeric's anti-inflammatory properties, and the unique taste of fenugreek are combined. Every meal will be as pure and healthy as possible if you use organic spices from the best herbal store. Adding more greens and spices into your diet has never been easier or more fulfilling than with this recipe, which combines flavor and health in one delicious dish.