Saag Aloo

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 banana shallot, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, grated

1 heaped tsp garam masala

1 heaped tsp mild Madras curry powder

¼ tsp ground turmeric

500g/1lb 2oz new potatoes, cut into quarters, boiled for 8-10 minutes until just tender

50g/2oz baby spinach leaves

salt, to taste

1 x 20g/¾oz punnet coriander cress, to serve

• Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a high heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.

• Add the spices and continue to fry for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

• Add the cooked new potatoes and continue to cook for a further minute, or until warmed through.

• Remove the pan from the heat and add the baby spinach. Stir well until the spinach has wilted, then season, to taste, with salt.