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Afghan Spinach Recipe

Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Afghan
Servings 4
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/5 tbsp Olive Oil or Vegetable Oil Extra Virgin
  • 1 bunch Green Onions Chopped (Green & White Parts)
  • 1/5 tbsp Fenugreek Optional
  • 1 pound Spinach Chopped
  • 1/5 tbsp Dried Dill
  • 1 tbsp Ground Coriander
  • 2 dashes Ground Cayenne
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 1/4 tbsp Crushed Black Pepper
  • 1/5 tbsp Salt (To Taste)
  • 10 drops Lemon Juice Optional
  • 1 cup Water (To Cook)

Instructions
 

  • Take a deep pan or wokand heat the oil on a medium-high flame; asthe oil gets hot, sauté the chopped onions until nice and tender. (for about6-7 minutes)
  • If you like fenugreek,add it now and cook for another minute. Skip this step if you hate fenugreek.
  • Add the chopped andfrozen Spinach on medium heat, keep stirring at regular intervals until theSpinach completely defrosts, and let it come to a boil (for about 15 -20minutes).  The defrosted Spinach producesthe liquid and boils in it. However, if this does not happen, add a 1/4thcup of water.
  • Once the Spinachcompletely boils and is nice and soft, add the remaining ingredients and keepstirring for another 10 to 15 minutes. We want the liquid to decrease orevaporate until the Spinach comes together and looks dark green but do not letit dry out, or it could burn or become thick and mushy instead of creamy.
  • Finally, to add moreflavor, add the chicken or vegetable broth, let it cook for a while, and now itis time to enjoy a decadent meal!
  • You can top the dishwith melted butter or pure ghee while serving;the smell will bring everyone running to the table. Add the side dish you haveprepared and enjoy a healthy family meal.
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