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Nutritional Values
320kcal
10gProtein
28gCarbs
20gFat
10gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
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Amritsar
Sarson Da Saag
How to order / say it
Say it
ਸਰਸੋਂ ਦਾ ਸਾਗ — [suh-ruh-saw da saag]
Order
I'd like the Sarson Da Saag, please.
Locally
ਮੈਨੂੰ ਸਰਸੋਂ ਦਾ ਸਾਗ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ ਜੀ.
Say locally
A classic North Indian curry made with mustard greens.
Why try it?
This dish is emblematic of Punjabi winter cuisine, serving as a heartwarming testament to the region's agricultural richness. It embodies comfort and tradition, paired with another Punjabi classic, Makki ki Roti.
How it tastes
Famed for its rustic taste, Sarson Da Saag boasts a slightly bitter and earthy flavor profile, enhanced with spices like ginger and garlic. Its creamy texture is often accentuated with a dollop of butter or ghee, making it exceptionally rich.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Traditionally made during winter, Sarson Da Saag dates back to the farming communities of Punjab in the early 20th century. The plentiful mustard and spiced preparation tapped into the seasonal produce during harvest time, cementing it as a winter staple.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 500 g mustard greens
- 🥕 200 g spinach
- 🥛 30 g ghee
- 🧄 20 g ginger
- 🧄 20 g garlic
- 🧂 10 g green chili
Method
- 1 Wash and chop the greens, then boil until tender.
- 2 Sauté ginger, garlic, and chili in ghee. Mash and mix with the greens.
- 3 Simmer the mixture, adjusting seasoning, until creamy.
- 4 Serve hot, often accompanied by Makki ki Roti.
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