Saag
Saag
Saag (/sɑːɡ/), also known as sag, is a term used in the Indian Subcontinent to refer to leafy green vegetables, including spinach, mustard greens, collard greens, and others. The term originates from the Sanskrit word 'śāka', which means 'vegetable'.
Etymology
The term 'saag' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'śāka', which translates to 'vegetable' in English. It is commonly used in the Indian Subcontinent, including countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, to refer to leafy green vegetables.
Usage
In culinary terms, 'saag' is used to refer to a type of dish made from these leafy green vegetables. The dish is typically cooked with spices and sometimes with other ingredients like paneer (Indian cottage cheese), meat, or potatoes. Some popular variations of saag dishes include Saag Paneer, Sarson da Saag, and Palak Paneer.
Related Terms
- Sarson da Saag: A popular dish in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan, made from mustard greens.
- Saag Paneer: A dish made from saag and paneer (Indian cottage cheese).
- Palak Paneer: A dish similar to Saag Paneer, but specifically made with spinach ('palak' in Hindi).
- Paneer: Indian cottage cheese, often used in saag dishes.
- Spinach: A type of leafy green vegetable, often used in saag dishes.
- Mustard Greens: A type of leafy green vegetable, often used in saag dishes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Saag
- Wikipedia's article - Saag
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