How to Make the BEST Sarson Ka Saag: Mom's Recipe

Punjabi Sarson ka Saag, served with Makki ki roti, is a classic North Indian winter favorite. This traditional saag, packed with flavor and nutrition, is a comforting and hearty meal. Learn how to make authentic Sarson ka saag with my mom's perfect recipe.

INGREDIENTS
▢ 370 grams Mustard (Sarson), finely chopped, leaves and soft stems, 2 bunches
▢ 250 grams of mixed greens (bathua, spinach), finely chopped
▢ 2 small Turnip or radishes, peeled, rinsed, and cut into small pieces, about 65 grams
▢ 2-4 Green Chili Pepper, optional; adjust to taste.
▢ 1/3 cup Water (use 1 cup for stovetop pot method)
▢ 1 teaspoon Salt

Tempering
▢ 2 tablespoons Ghee or Butter, or use oil for vegan
▢ 1/8 teaspoon Asafoetida (Hing)
▢ 2 Dried Red Chili Whole
▢ 1 1/2 cup Onion, finely chopped
▢ 1 inch Ginger, grated
▢ 8 cloves Garlic, minced or finely diced
▢ 1 Tomato, diced, about 100 grams
▢ 2 tablespoons Corn meal (Makki ka aata), fine ground, also called maize flour

Spices
▢ 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili powder, optional
▢ 2 teaspoon Coriander powder (Dhaniya powder)
▢ 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Powder

Second Tempering
▢ 1 tablespoon Ghee
▢ 3 cloves Garlic, chopped
▢ 1/8 teaspoon Red chili powder, optional, for color