Chicken Saag

I had been a big fan of Saag Paneer before I tried this recipe, and so I was anxious to try a spinach curry with meat. The results turned out very tasty.

• Ready In: 16 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb frozen spinach
• 1  onion
• 1  inch  fresh gingerroot
• 2  garlic cloves
• 1  fresh green chile
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 4  small tomatoes
• 2  tablespoons curry powder
• 1  teaspoon cayenne pepper (or less for a milder dish) or 1  teaspoon chili powder (or less for a milder dish)
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 2  bay leaves
• 1 -2  lb chicken, cubed
• 1⁄2 cup  cream or 1⁄2 cup yogurt

Directions

1. Puree everything but the last four recipe items in a food processor.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet or medium saucepan. Saute the bay leaves for a couple minutes.
3. Add the spinach puree and the chicken; simmer until chicken is tender 30-60 minutes. Add cream or yogurt, heat through. Add some water or milk if spinach seems too dry. Serve when hot.