Sai Bhaji (Spinach Dal)
Sai Bhaji or spinach dal, is a unique blend of green leafy vegetables, and lentils. Highly nutritious, and easy to make in a pressure cooker.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh or frozen spinach, chopped
- ½ cup chana dal
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, chopped
- 2-3 green chili, chopped, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- pinch asafetida (hing)
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder, adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- salt to taste
- 1 cup water
- freshly squeezed lemon juice, adjust to taste
For Tempering
- 1 tablespoon ghee or canola oil (For vegan use plant based oil)
- 3-4 cloves garlic, sliced
- ¼ teaspoon red chili powder, adjust to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prep For Sai Bhaji (Spinach Dal)
- Rinse and soak chana dal for 3-4 hours, or until the dal doubles in size. Once doubled in size, drain and rinse soaked chana dal. Keep it aside.
- Alternatively you can soak the dal in hot water, covered for 30-45 minutes.
- Wash, and chop spinach. Chop onions, tomatoes, green chili, and ginger. Mince garlic.
Step 2: Instant Pot Sai Bhaji (Spinach Dal)
- Turn ON Instant Pot to SAUTE(more). When it displays "HOT", add oil, cumin seeds, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until onions are translucent.
- Now add water, and deglaze the inner pot. Turn OFF SAUTE.
- Next, add chana dal, spinach, tomatoes, ginger, and green chili.
- Add dry spices - turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, and the vent is sealed. Turn ON the Pressure cook (high) for 25 minutes. Let pressure release naturally, around 10 minutes.
- For Stovetop Pressure Cooker: Follow the recipe as discussed. Close the pressure cooker lid, and place the whistle (weights). After the first whistle, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, turn OFF the heat. Let pressure release naturally, around 10 minutes.
- Open the Instant Pot lid, and using a Hand blender slightly mash the dal. Add lemon juice. Adjust seasoning as per taste.
- (Optional) Heat Ghee or oil in a frying pan. Add asafetida, cumin seeds, and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until garlic turns light brown. Switch OFF the heat. Add red chili powder. Pour this tempering over cooked dal. Serve hot with Rice. Enjoy!!
Notes
Please refer to the post for the following:
- Tips For Delicious Sai Bhaji (Spinach Dal)
- Frequently Asked Questions
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Sai Bhaji (Spinach Dal)
Amount per Serving
Calories
147
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
0.4
g
3
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Sodium
134
mg
6
%
Potassium
491
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
24
g
8
%
Fiber
9
g
38
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
5693
IU
114
%
Vitamin C
27
mg
33
%
Calcium
129
mg
13
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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