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Spinach 65
🇮🇳 Indian

Spinach 65

🇮🇳 Indian

Crisp-fried spinach tossed with curry leaves and chili — the famous Chennai canteen classic. About 23 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 18 min Cook 5 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Yogurt100 g
  • Garam Masala1 tsp
  • Spinach400 g, chopped
  • Vegetable Oilfor deep-frying
  • Curry Leaves2 sprigs
  • Eggs2, beaten
  • All-Purpose Flour100 g
  • Breadcrumbs150 g
  • Corn Flour80 g

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantrohandful, to finish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the spinach dry and season with the garam masala and a little salt.

  2. 2

    Set up a breading line: flour, then beaten egg, then breadcrumbs — press the crumbs on firmly.

  3. 3

    Heat 4-5 cm of oil to 180°C; a breadcrumb dropped in should sizzle straight away.

  4. 4

    Fry the spinach in small batches until deep golden, 3-4 minutes per batch.

  5. 5

    Drain on a rack, never on paper, and serve hot with mint leaves scattered over.

Chef's tip

Keep the oil at a steady 180°C — too cool and the coating goes greasy.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Palak Paneer Recipe // Indian Spinach & Cottage Cheese Curry · on YouTube