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Low Calorie Aloo Palak Recipe For Weight Loss

Aloo palak recipe that is a easier, healthier, low-calorie option compared to traditional recipes which often use more oil and additional spices.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
Keyword: aloo palak, less oil, low calorie, palak aloo
Servings: 4
Author: The Ovenist

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 28g
  • 1½ small onion (121g peeled weight) chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (19g) ginger garlic paste
  • 1 small bunch spinach (175g), chopped
  • 1 large potato (200g peeled weight) chopped
  • 1½ medium tomatoes (200g) chopped
  • 1 green chili (3g) chopped
  • ½ piece (4g) chicken stock cube (MSG free)
  • 1 teaspoon (3g) kashmiri red chili powder spicy
  • 2 teaspoons (4g) coriander seeds, roasted and crushed (bhuna kuta dhanya)
  • 2 teaspoons (3g) cumin seeds, roasted and crushed (bhuna kuta zeera)
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add 121 grams of chopped onion and 19 grams (approximately 1 tablespoon) of ginger garlic paste. Cook until the onions turn golden brown.
  • Add 200 grams of peeled and sliced potatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes start to soften.
  • Add 197 grams of chopped tomatoes to the pan, along with the spices: 3 grams of green chili, 4 grams of chicken cube, 3 grams of Kasuri methi, 4 grams of coriander powder, 3 grams of cumin seeds, 2 grams of turmeric powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Sauté (bhuno) until the tomatoes soften and the spices are well combined.
  • Add 175 grams of chopped spinach to the pan. Mix well, then cover the pan with a lid.
  • Cook on medium-high flame for about 5 minutes to allow the spinach to release its water.
  • Uncover the pan and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined and the mixture starts to dry out a bit.
  • Add 1/4 cup of water. Cover the pan and simmer on low flame until the potatoes are fully cooked and the water has evaporated.
  • Once done, divide the dish into 4 portions. Enjoy!

Notes

Use measuring spoons!
This recipe's lower oil content contributes to fewer calories, making it a healthier option while still retaining traditional flavors.
I use an MSG free chicken stock cube to enhance the flavor sometimes, but it's totally optional!