Sarson Ka Saag Recipe | Punjabi Style Sarson Ka Saag Banane ka Tarika | सरसों का साग | Winter Recipe

Chef Kunal Kapur Curries & Gravies 40 Mins 4 Servings 2.7M views Jan 3, 2021

Sarson ka saag Ek traditional Punjabi winter recipe hai jiss mein istelmal hota hai Sarson ke patte, bathua aur methi. Mera aaj ka video hai traditional tareeke se sarson ka saag banane ki vidhi. Wondering how to cook Sarson ka saag traditional way then this is it, my recipe here is a typical Punjabi home recipe cooked for winters. Sarson ka saag is best served with Makki ki Roti (flat cornbread), white butter and gur. It is mostly prepared around the occasion of Lohri, which is celebrated in the Punjab region and some northern parts of India.

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

Main Ingredients

Mustard leaves – 1 large bunch/300 gms
Spinach Leaves – ¼ bunch/80gms
Methi Leaves (Fenugreek) – handful
Bathua leaves – handful/50gms
Radish leaves – handful/50gms
Channa Dal (Split chickpeas) – ⅓ cup/65 gms (soaked)
Turnip – 1 no (peeled & cut)
Water – 2 cups

For Tempering

Ghee – 3 tbsp
Garlic chopped – 1 tbsp
Onion chopped – 3 tbsp
Green chilli chopped – 2 nos.
Ginger chopped – 2 tsp
Makki atta (maize flour) – 1 tbsp
Salt – to taste
2nd tempering
Desi Ghee – 1 tbsp
Chilli Powder – ½ tsp
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Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

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Sarson ka saag is best served with Makki ki Roti (flat cornbread), white butter and gur. It is mostly prepared around the occasion of Lohri, which is celebrated in the Punjab region and some northern parts of India.

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

The secret to authentic restaurant-style gravies lies in the 'Bhuna' stage: cook your onion-tomato masala slowly over medium-low heat until tiny beads of aromatic oil separate around the edges of the pan. This cooks out any raw spice flavor and caramelizes the natural sugars.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Sarson Ka Saag Recipe?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.