What I have learned is I cannot change my husband, nor can he change who I am, we need to accept one another for who we are and just accept we are different people, thus we think differently. An interesting thought my mom once said to me was, if I don't think the same way as my siblings, and we share the same bloodline, the same upbringing, why would I expect my husband to share the same views and thoughts as me, right? It makes sense. Our expectations of our spouse are much higher than any other relationship, I think lowering these expectations and understanding one another, respecting one another's viewpoint is the way to go. Taking the time to appreciate one another daily, even if you don't mean it at the moment, can make a huge difference. It is these little gestures that count and make a marriage happier, and thus stronger. Other times when things are not so smooth, it is best to simply agree, to disagree, and that's OK! So the way I see it, marriage is a learning process, I hope to learn something new every year. Marriage is not a destination, it is a journey to share life's joys and sorrows! I guess I needed to write this out for myself, it's therapeutic.
- Oil - 1.5 tbsp
- Cumin Seeds - 1.5 tsp
- Turmeric Powder - ½ tsp
- Green Chillies - 3 (sliced)
- Garlic - 3 cloves (chopped)
- Ginger - 1 inch piece (chopped)
- Onion - 1 medium (chopped)
- Fresh Spinach - 1 10 oz. bag (finely chopped)
- Potatoes - 2 medium (peeled and small cubes)
- Plum Tomato - 1 (chopped)
- Coriander Powder - 2 tsp
- Red Chili Powder - ½ tsp
- salt to taste
- Garam Masala - 1 tsp
- Light Sour Cream - 1 dollop (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
1. Here is what you'll need. Chop the onion, garlic, ginger. Slice the green chillies.
2. Heat a pot on medium heat, add oil, add the cumin seeds. Once they sizzle, add the turmeric powder. Saute for 5-10 seconds.
3. Add the ginger, garlic and green chillies. Saute for 15 seconds.
4. Add the onions. Lower heat to dial #3. Saute until slightly golden.
5. In the meantime, peel the potatoes and cube (bite size).
6. Once onions are golden, add the potato. Season with salt.
7. In the meantime, chop the tomato.
8. Once the potatoes are slightly golden, after 5 minutes, add the tomato.
9. Add the coriander powder and chili powder. Combine.
10. Cover with a lid and allow this to simmer on low for 10 minutes.
11. In the meantime, finely chop the spinach.
12. This is how the potato-tomato mixture should look.
13. Now add the spinach. Combine. This will slowly wilt. Allow this to cook for 10 minutes on low simmer.
14. Add the garam masala.
15. Add the light sour cream (optional). It tastes really good without it too.
16. Combine. Cook for a couple more minutes. Turn off the gas.
sophia says
I'm not married (nor do I plan to be, actually), but I loved your view on it...and the statement that marriage is not a destination, but a journey. That really touched me!
Happy anniversary, and love the dish! Palak Paneer is my favorite Indian dish, so I don't see why I won't like the aloo one!
Phyllisia says
Yum! This was delicious, easy, healthy, and cheap. That's four awesome ways to describe food when your a college student, lol.
Kristina says
This is a favorite recipe. I made it, along with some naan, today.
honeywhatscooking says
@Kristina - Thank you for the feedback. I'm so glad you enjoyed this dish.