Saag

Saag is a dish made with green leafy vegetables, usually spinach, and curry. It is popular in India and Pakistan and often eaten with bread such as roti or naan. At its simplest, saag is essentially a creamed spinach dish. It can be used in combination with other ingredients to make many dishes.

Fast Facts

1. Sometimes referred to as "Saagwala"
2. Spinach and mustard leaves are the most common greens used
3. Commonly combined with paneer, a non-melting cheese
4. "Saag gosht" is saag made with lamb
5. Spices used vary by region
6. Particularly loved in Punjab, India

Common Saag Dishes

1. Saag paneer: Spinach or mustard greens and cheese
2. Saag aloo: Spinach and potatoes
3. Sarson ka saag: Mustard greens and spinach
4. Dal saag: Lentils and spinach
5. Saag gosht: Lamb and spinach
6. Palak: Saag made using only spinach

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