Spinach Fry

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Spinach Fry


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One big fat bundle of spinach
One onion, few cloves of garlic, two green chillies (finely chopped)
Quarter cup grated coconut
Oil and mustard to temper
Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
Salt to taste
Heat oil and temp the mustard seeds. Add the garlic, onion and green chillies. Saute a minute. Add the coconut and saute till the raw smell of the garlic is gone. Add the salt and turmeric. Add the spinach leaves and mix thoroughly. Cover and cook on low heat till the spinach is done. If there is any water left, increase the heat and dry it.

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