Low FODMAP Rustic Chicken Saagwala

Ingredients

MAKE GLUTEN FREE

Servings:

Rustic Chicken Saagwala

3   garlic infused oil*
800   boneless chicken thighs (skinless)
80   leek (green tips only, roughly chopped)*
120   spinach (roughly chopped)
1   mild green chilli (deseeded & finely chopped)
3   ground cumin*
0.5   ground turmeric*
0.25   ground cloves*
2   crushed ginger*
400   plain tomatoes canned*
0.5   white sugar (as needed)
1   salt & pepper

* See the FODMAP Tips, Dairy Tips and Gluten Free Tips for the ingredient notes above the method.

Low FODMAP Rustic Chicken Saagwala

Last updated Nov 8th, 2020

PREP IN 10 MIN
COOKS IN 35 MIN
SERVES 4

BY Alana Scott
DIETITIAN REVIEWED BY Kate Watson (RD)
FEATURED IN Dinner

This chicken saagwala dish has been specifically adapted so we low FODMAP foodies can enjoy it! It is delicious and very mild so shouldn't cause gastrointestinal issues.  To serve I suggest freshly cooked rice with a side of green beans and grilled eggplant. Also remember to divide this low FODMAP recipe into four serves.

  • Gluten Free
  • Low FODMAP
  • Dairy Free
  • Egg Free
  • Nut Free
  • Soy Free

Ingredients

MAKE GLUTEN FREE

Servings:

Rustic Chicken Saagwala

3   garlic infused oil*
800   boneless chicken thighs (skinless)
80   leek (green tips only, roughly chopped)*
120   spinach (roughly chopped)
1   mild green chilli (deseeded & finely chopped)
3   ground cumin*
0.5   ground turmeric*
0.25   ground cloves*
2   crushed ginger*
400   plain tomatoes canned*
0.5   white sugar (as needed)
1   salt & pepper

* See the FODMAP Tips, Dairy Tips and Gluten Free Tips for the ingredient notes above the method.
SHOW NUTRITION

Nutrition per serve

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Calories 375
Fat 14.6g
Saturates 2.3g
Protein 47.6g
Carbs 13.6g
Sugars 6.1g
Fibre 3.3g
Salt 0.4g
Iron 5.6mg
Calcium 114.5mg
Calories 375
Fat 14.6g
Saturates 2.3g
Protein 47.6g
Carbs 13.6g
Sugars 6.1g
Fibre 3.3g
Salt 0.4g
Iron 5.6mg
Calcium 114.5mg
Calories 375
Fat 14.6g
Saturates 2.3g
Protein 47.6g
Carbs 13.6g
Sugars 6.1g
Fibre 3.3g
Salt 0.4g
Iron 5.6mg
Calcium 114.5mg
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  1. Cut chicken thighs into chunks. In a large fry pan over medium high heat brown the chicken thighs in the garlic olive oil. Then remove them and place to one side for later.
  2. Roughly slice the green leek tips. Roughly chop the spinach leaves. Deseed and finely chop the mild green chillies.
  3. In the same pan fry the sliced green leek tips, cumin, cloves, turmeric and crushed ginger. It will turn into a lumpy paste. Then throw in the roughly chopped spinach leaves and wilt for 2 minutes.
  4. Next add the crushed tomatoes and mild green chillies to the pan and stir well. Place the chicken back into the curry and leave to gently simmer for 20 to 25 minutes - until the chicken is cooked through. Make sure the element is on low to medium heat so the curry doesn’t burn.
  5. Taste and season with a pinch of sugar and a few grinds of salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve with a side of rice, blanched green beans and grilled eggplant.

Buying Tips

Garlic infused oil is normally found in the oil section of your local supermarket or you can buy it online. It should be clear with no floating bits of garlic.

You can also make garlic infused oil at home by frying garlic cloves in cooking oil until they are golden and fragrant, then remove and discard the garlic before you continue cooking your meal. This is a low FODMAP way to capture the garlic flavour as the fructans can't leach into the oil.

Check the crushed ginger does not contain garlic. Crushed ginger is grated ginger that has been preserved in a jar. You can swap it for fresh ginger if you prefer.

Make sure you buy a leek that has long green leaves (this is the low FODMAP part), as you can’t use the white/light green leek bulb (this part is high FODMAP). Once you've finished harvesting the leaves place the leek in a glass of water on a window sill and the leaves will reshoot so you can harvest them again.

Choose plain canned tomatoes with no added herbs or spices. Check there is no added onion or garlic.

Gluten Free Tips

Herbs and spices are naturally gluten free, however they can become contaminated during manufacturing processes. If you are highly sensitive to gluten, check the dried herbs and spices do not contain a warning for trace gluten. If you are just on the low FODMAP diet you do not need to worry about this.

Dairy Free Tips

There are no dairy free tips for this recipe.

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Author: Alana Scott

In 2013, Alana was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. She also suffers from coeliac disease, is allergic to nuts and is intolerant to dairy products. This means she understands how difficult it can be to cook with multiple food intolerances. Her exp... Read More

Professional Reviewer: Kate Watson (RD)

Kate Watson is a FODMAP trained registered dietitian in the USA. She is the former co-founder and president of Nicer Foods, the first company in the US dedicated to making pre-made FODMAP friendly foods. Kate struggled with IBS for two decades until sh... Read More

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