Aloo Rasedar
Veg
Vegan
A simple yet flavorful potato curry made without onion and garlic, seasoned with asafoetida and spices, perfect for festive occasions.
Cuisines
Brij
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 3 medium | potatoes |
| 2 tablespoons | mustard oil |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 1 pinch | asafoetida |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | coriander powder |
| 1 teaspoon | fennel seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | ginger paste |
| 2 cups | water |
| — | salt to taste |
| 2 tablespoons | fresh coriander leaves, chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Peel and cut the potatoes into medium-sized cubes.
- 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke, then reduce the heat.
- 3 Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, and let them splutter.
- 4 Add the ginger paste and sauté for a minute.
- 5 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and fennel seeds. Stir well.
- 6 Add the potato cubes and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they are lightly golden.
- 7 Pour in the water and add salt to taste. Mix everything well.
- 8 Cover the pan and let the potatoes cook on low heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender.
- 9 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of garam masala towards the end of cooking.