Easy amaranthus leaves with peanuts recipe

This is another easy recipe which I make quite often . Dhant leaves which is easily available around is rich in calcium and iron and is very good for growing up children and of course adults too. I combine these leaves with roasted peanuts so that it gives the protein too. Another advantage of adding peanuts is that it makes the dish stay dry and not soggy since the peanuts absorbs the moisture from the leaves. 

Clean the leaves well in water, rinse and let it dry under the fan for 1-2 hours so that the water is removed from the leaves as much as possible so that you get a nice fresh looking dish.

Ingredients

Finely chopped leaves of amaranthus - 3-4 cups

Peanuts - 1/3 cup

Garlic - 7-8 cloves

Turmeric powder  - 1/2 tspn

Salt - as required

Oil - 1 tspn

For seasoning 

Rice

Dried red chillies

Oil - 2 tspns

Method

Heat the wok/ kadai and add the oil. 

Throw in the finely chopped leaves, garlic, peanuts and stir well.

Add the turmeric powder and salt.

Close the lid for few minutes and let it cook.

To season add oil in a small pan and when the oil is med hot add the rice and chillies. Once it splutters well add it to the dish and mix well just before you serve

Tip :It will b good if we do the seasoning just before serving the dish else the rice can turn soggy

You may also add green chillies or red chilli powder to the dish if you prefer it spicy

Easy to cook and enjoy :) 

Thanks!!