Name: Sai Bhaji recipe by Neha Pahilwani at BetterButter
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Spinach 400 gm , washed and chopped; Coriander leaves 1/3 cup ,chopped; Fenugreek (methi) leaves 2 tbsp; Dil leaves optional (Sua) - 4; Onions 1 small chopped; Tomatoes 2 big chopped; Green chilies 2 chopped; Ginger 1/2 inch grated; Chana dal 1/4 cup soaked for at least 2 hours; Turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon; Red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon; Coriander powder 2 teaspoon; Salt to taste; Garlic 5 cloves chopped; Oil 2 tbsp

ABOUT Sai Bhaji RECIPE

The literal meaning for Sai in Sindhi means green and Bhaji stands for vegetable. Hence it is clear that Saibhaji is a leafy vegetable amalgated with lentils and spices. Saibhaji is rich in proteins vitamins and fibre . It predominantly comprises of spinach, chana dal, tomatoes and onion.. But depending on availability fenugreek leaves, dil leaves, sorrel leaves and even coriander leaves are added..The taste of Saibhaji is thus determined by the motley of what goes in. The tadka of garlic given last of all further augments the relish of Saibhaji. Its recipe has many variations. Sai Bhaji finds its way into an ordinary Sindhi menu as well as on festive occassions. Here is a simple recipe without compromising on taste.

Ingredients Serving: 4

Spinach 400 gm , washed and chopped
Coriander leaves 1/3 cup ,chopped
Fenugreek (methi) leaves 2 tbsp
Dil leaves optional (Sua) - 4
Onions 1 small chopped
Tomatoes 2 big chopped
Green chilies 2 chopped
Ginger 1/2 inch grated
Chana dal 1/4 cup soaked for at least 2 hours
Turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon
Red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon
Coriander powder 2 teaspoon
Salt to taste
Garlic 5 cloves chopped
Oil 2 tbsp

Instructions

In a pressure cooker, add chopped spinach, fresh coriander , methi leaves, onion, tomatoes , ginger and green chilies.
Now add turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, red chili powder.
Add 1/2 cup water and mix everything well
Pressure cook for 2 whistles over medium flame.
Once pressure is released open the cooker and slightly mash the spinach.
Add chana dal with little more water and mix
Pressure cook for 15 minutes over low flame.
Heat oil in a pan and saute garlic till light brown and aromatic
Add garlic with oil over sai bhaji and mix well
Serve hot with roti, pulao or khichdi.

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