Palak Curry

Spinach – 2 bunches, finely chopped

Onions – 3, finely chopped

Water – ½ litre

For the masala paste:

Fresh coconut – ½ coconut

Coriander seeds – 1 tbsp

Turmeric powder – ¾ tsp

Red chilli powder – 2 tbsp

Tamarind – lemon-sized piece

Other ingredients:

Boiled toor dal – 2 katoris

Water – 1 cup

Salt to taste

For tadka

Coconut oil – 3 tbsp

Garlic – 7 cloves

Cook spinach with onions and water till soft.

Grind coconut, coriander seeds, turmeric, chilli powder, and tamarind into a fine paste.

Add paste and boiled dal to spinach. Add water and salt. Simmer well.

Prepare garlic tadka in coconut oil and pour over. Cover and rest 5 minutes.