Forget Palak-Paneer! 'Palak Jhor' from Mithilanchal: Taste, Health, and Longevity in 10 Mins

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News18•17-01-2026, 06:01
Forget Palak-Paneer! 'Palak Jhor' from Mithilanchal: Taste, Health, and Longevity in 10 Mins
- •Palak Jhor is a traditional dish from Mithilanchal, particularly famous in Darbhanga, known for its taste and health benefits.
- •Unlike palak saag or palak-paneer, Palak Jhor uses a balanced spice blend to preserve spinach's medicinal properties.
- •Rich in iron, calcium, and antioxidants, spinach helps increase hemoglobin and improve eyesight, making it doctor-recommended.
- •Preparation involves boiling spinach, making a paste, and tempering with mustard oil, cumin, garlic, onions, and mild spices.
- •Traditionally served with hot rice and potato chokha, Palak Jhor is easily digestible and suitable for all ages.
Why It Matters: Palak Jhor offers a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-prepare alternative to traditional spinach dishes, packed with nutrients.
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