By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 6
97 cal · 30 min
South African Curried Spinach with Peanuts
Recipe GLPR9319bc15b390f2
A vibrant, savory dish of tender spinach simmered with aromatic curry spices, coconut milk, and bright lime juice, topped with crunchy peanuts and fresh cilantro. This nourishing South African-inspired side showcases warm spices and creamy texture for a satisfying, plant-based main.
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Ingredients
32 ounces frozen baby spinach, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup light coconut milk
1 teaspoon lime juice
3 tablespoons salted peanuts, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
Directions
Prepare the spinach according to package directions in a large pot of simmering water. Transfer the cooked spinach to a colander and drain thoroughly, pressing gently with the back of a spoon to remove all excess liquid.
Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the diced onion, half of the salt, curry powder, and ground ginger. Stir occasionally and cook for about 10 minutes, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Add the drained spinach, remaining salt, light coconut milk, and lime juice to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients and allow everything to heat through for 2–3 minutes, stirring gently.
Transfer the curried spinach to a serving dish and top with the chopped salted peanuts and minced fresh cilantro just before serving.
Comments
All ingredients are standard stock at Charlotte grocers—spinach, onion, curry powder, and coconut milk are reliable finds at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, or Walmart, and peanuts (roasted or raw) are widely available. A 30-minute estimate is honest for a spinach braise with aromatics, though dicing the onion and ginger adds a few minutes of real prep. At roughly $0.80 per serving, the cost is low and driven mainly by the coconut milk; this is a budget-friendly side that scales well for a family table. The dish reheats nicely in a skillet or microwave, making it practical for weeknight leftovers. Fresh cilantro and lime juice brighten it without fussiness, and the peanut butter-curry base is a natural fit for North Carolina's strong peanut-growing heritage, giving the recipe regional authenticity that a generic curry would lack.
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