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Corn Palak - Curried Corn and Greens

Corn Palak. Curried corn and Greens. Seasonal greens, chard and spinach with corn and spices make for a quick side, taco filling or addition to a salad. Vegan Gluten-free Soy-free Recipe.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 139 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian , Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1/4 tsp coriander seeds coarsely crushed in a mortar pestle or spice grinder
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic 3 to 4 cloves
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1.5 cups corn kernels thawed if frozen
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala or use curry powder of choice
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups chopped greens chard, baby spinach etc, mix in some fresh dill for variation
  • 1/3 to 1/2 tsp salt
  • cilantro and lemon juice for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add coarsely crushed coriander seeds and let them cook for a minute. (or use 1/2 tsp ground coriander and add at step 2). Add onion and garlic and cook until translucent. 4 to 5 mins.
  2. Add the pepper flakes and corn and mix. Cook for 5 minutes. Add in the spices and cook for a minute.
  3. Add in chopped greens, salt and 2 -3 tbsp of water. cover and cook for 5 minutes. mix well, taste and adjust salt and heat. Continue to cook for another 4 to 5 minutes until greens are wilted and corn is cooked to preference. Garnish liberally with cilantro and a dash of lemon.

Notes

  • Nutritional values based on one serving

Nutrition Information

Calories 139kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 3g (5%) Sodium 390mg (16%) Potassium 238mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 865IU (17%) Vitamin C 15.4mg (17%) Calcium 12mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 139

% Daily Value*

Calories 139kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 390mg 16%
Potassium 238mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 865IU 17%
Vitamin C 15.4mg 17%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.