Sanjeev Kapoor

Palak Raita

Spinach with yogurt

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Sanjeev Kapoor

Published 2011

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This is a very popular accompaniment in North India. Puréed spinach is combined with yogurt spiced with mineral-rich black salt. The strong-smelling salt is an acquired taste; you can use regular salt if you wish.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium bunches fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • 1½

Method

  1. Wash the spinach leaves well. Roughly chop one bunch and put in a microwave-safe bowl. Add ½ teaspoon salt and cook in a microwave oven on high power for 1½ minutes. Alternatively, you can boil 2 cups (400