Instant Pot Saag Aloo - Sweet Potato & Chard Curry

Ingredients

• 1 tsp oil (or use 2 tbsp water or broth to saute)
• 4 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)
• 2 tsp minced ginger
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 1 tsp ground cumin (, or 1/2 tsp cumin and 1/2 tsp coriander)
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/3 tsp cayenne
• 1 or 2 whole cloves ((or use 1/8 tsp ground cloves))
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 2 cups cubed sweet potato (, or regular potatoes)
• 2 cups packed chopped chard (, spinach or a mix of greens)
• 1/2 cup water (use 3/4 cup for saucier)
• 1/2 cup non dairy yogurt or full fat coconut milk
• lemon and cilantro for garnish

Steps

1. 1

   Heat oil in Instant pot on saute. When hot, add the garlic and ginger and mix and cook for 30 seconds. (Or use a tbsp of broth to saute).

2. 2

   Add the onion and pinch of salt. Mix and cook for 2 minutes. Deglaze with a tbsp of water if needed, stir frequently.

3. 3

   Add the spices and salt and mix in for a few seconds.

4. 4

   Add the sweet potatoes, greens, water and yogurt and mix well to combine.

5. 5

   Cancel saute, close the lid and pressure cook for 4 mins (manual hi). Then Release the pressure after 5 mins

6. 6

   Add some coconut milk or cashew cream for creamier if needed. Taste and adjust salt and flavor. Add some garam masala if needed. Garnish with lemon and cilantro. Serve with dals, beans or curries.