Palak tomatar (spinach & tomatoes)

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsSpinach, fresh or thawed
3eachesTomatoes, chopped
1eachOnion, large and chopped
¼teaspoonTurmeric
1tablespoonGinger, fresh and chopped
2eachesGreen chilies (optional)
1cupWater
5tablespoonsButter/Oleo
1pinchSalt
1tablespoonLemon juice

Directions

Place spinach, tomatoes, onions, turmeric, ginger and chilies in a saucepan with 1 cup water. Cook, covered, 15 mins over medium-low heat.

Remove from heat and cool. Blend in an electric blender to a creamy consistency.

Heat butter/oleo in a saucepan. Add spinach mixture and salt to taste. Cook for 5 mins over low heat. Add lemon juice and serve.