Lai Xaak Recipe | Traditional Assamese Mustard Greens Dish

Ingredients

• 1 lb mustard greens (Lai Xaak), thoroughly washed and chopped
• 2 tbsp mustard oil
• 1/2 tsp black mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 2 dried red chilies
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup finely diced shallots
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp minced ginger
• 1/2 cup diced Yukon gold potatoes (optional, for texture)
• 1/4 cup water (as needed)
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)