Masala Aloo Recipe -Breakfast Potatoes

Is there any vegetable more beloved than the potato? The Masala Aloo recipe is a spicy potato dish that highlights the versatility of this favorite ingredient. Bursting with aromatic spices, this Punjabi dry sabzi serves as a perfect side for dal or gravy.

Not only this elevates your meal with its rich flavors, it's an excellent option for Navratri fasting. That makes it a delicious addition to your festive menu.

Why Make Masala Aloo?

• Quick and Easy: This recipe requires minimal preparation and can be whipped up in no time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute meal plans.
• Flavor-Packed: The generous use of spices creates a robust flavor profile that enhances the natural taste of the potatoes, ensuring every bite is delicious.
• Versatile Side Dish: Masala Aloo pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, from dal and curry to rice or even as a filling for wraps and sandwiches.
• Healthy Comfort Food: Made with simple ingredients, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence, providing a comforting taste without compromising on health.
• Festive-Friendly: Suitable for Navratri fasting, this dish aligns with dietary restrictions while still offering a satisfying and flavorful option for festive meals.

Ingredients

• Potatoes: The star ingredient, potatoes provide a hearty base for this dish, offering a comforting and filling texture.
• Ghee: A traditional Indian cooking fat that adds a rich, buttery flavor and aroma to the dish.
• Cumin: This spice lends a warm, earthy flavor and is essential for authentic Indian taste.
• Ginger, chopped: Fresh ginger adds a zesty kick and enhances the dish’s overall flavor profile.
• Green chilies, chopped: These provide heat and spice, adjusting to your preferred level of spiciness.
• Cumin powder: Ground cumin deepens the flavor, adding warmth and complexity.
• Coriander powder: This spice contributes a citrusy and slightly sweet flavor, balancing the heat from the chilies.
• Red chili powder: Adds vibrant color and heat, intensifying the overall spiciness of the dish.
• Amchoor powder (mango powder): This tangy powder enhances the dish's flavor with a hint of sourness, balancing the spices.
• Toasted sesame seeds: These seeds add a nutty crunch and richness to the dish.
• Pomegranate arils/seeds, fresh: These juicy seeds provide a burst of sweetness and color, enhancing the dish's presentation.
• Coriander, chopped: Fresh coriander leaves brighten the dish with their herbal flavor and add a refreshing touch.

I have taken care to include ingredients that are permitted during navratri. But make sure to consult your family because different people have different customs and permitted ingredients.

How to make?

• Heat oil in the pan. Add cumin seeds followed by chopped green chillies and chopped ginger.
• Fry them for a minute and add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder and salt.
• Mix well, add 3-4 tablespoon of water to prevent masala from burning. Then add Amchoor powder and mix in the masala.

• Add boiled and cubed potatoes and coat well with masala. Add few more tablespoon of masala if required.
• Cook for 2-3 more minutes and before serving add toasted sesame, chopped green chilli, coriander leaves and serve hot.
• You can serve them on their own or as a side dish with rice, dal , chapati. Masala aloo taste delicious any which way.

Substitutions

• Potatoes: You can use sweet potatoes for a healthier twist or for a unique flavor.
• Spices: If you don’t have some of the spices on hand, you can substitute garam masala with curry powder or use a pre-mixed spice blend.
• Oil: Use ghee for a richer taste or coconut oil for a vegan option with a distinct flavor.

Variations

• Masala Aloo with Peas: Add green peas for a pop of color and additional nutrients.
• Aloo Gobi: Combine potatoes with cauliflower for a delicious and hearty variation.
• Stuffed Masala Aloo: Hollow out the boiled potatoes and stuff them with a spiced mixture of paneer or vegetables before frying.

How to Serve

• Accompaniments: Serve Masala Aloo with soft roti, chapati, or paratha to soak up the flavorful spices.
• Condiments: Pair it with mint chutney, yogurt, or a side of pickles to enhance the flavors.
• Garnishing: Top with fresh coriander leaves or a sprinkle of chaat masala for an extra kick.

Masala Aloo Recipe Video in Hindi

If you want to check out other tasty 20 Minutes curries you may like to try Papad ki sabzi, Rajasthani Sev Tamatart ki sabzi, Aloo Shimla Mirch ki sabzi

More Such Recipes 

• Aloo Katli
• Aloo Jeera/Cumin Potato
• Bombay Masala Aloo
• Vrat Wale Aloo
• Aloo Tamatar Ki Sabzi 
• Aloo Matar Sabzi

📖 Recipe

Masala Aloo Recipe - Til wale Masala Aloo

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Course: Appetizer, curry

Cuisine: Indian, indian cuisine

Keyword: 30 minutes, aloo, potato, Potato curry

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 156kcal

Author: Rekha Kakkar

Ingredients

• 500 g Potatoes
• 2 tablespoon Ghee
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon ginger chopped
• 1-2 green chilli chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon amchoor powder/mango powder
• 1-2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2-3 tablespoon Tbsp pomegranate arils /seeds fresh
• 2-3 leaves Tbsp Coriander chopped

Instructions

• Heat oil in the pan.
• Add cumin seeds followed by chopped green chillies and chopped ginger.
• Fry them for a minute and add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder and salt.
• Mix well, add 3-4 tablespoon of water to prevent masala from burning.
• Add boiled and cubed potatoes and coat well with masala. Add few more tablespoon of masala if required.
• Cook for 2-3 more minutes and before serving add toasted sesame, chopped green chilli, coriander leaves and serve hot.
• You can serve them on their own or as a side dish with rice, dal , chapati. Masala aloo taste delicious any which way.

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 552mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 5mg

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