Bataka Nu Shaak

Bataka Nu Shaak

Bataka Nu Shaak

Veg Vegan

A simple yet flavorful potato curry cooked with mustard seeds, turmeric, and a touch of jaggery. A typical Kathiyawadi side dish for rotla or rice.

Cuisines

Kathiyawadi

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Total: 30 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

3 medium potatoes
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 pinch asafoetida
8-10 curry leaves
2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
to taste salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. 3 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  4. 4 Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, sauté for a few seconds.
  5. 5 Add curry leaves and chopped green chilies, sauté for another minute.
  6. 6 Add the diced potatoes to the pan and stir well.
  7. 7 Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt over the potatoes.
  8. 8 Mix everything well so the potatoes are coated with the spices.
  9. 9 Cover the pan and let it cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. 10 Once the potatoes are cooked through, add garam masala and mix well.
  11. 11 Garnish with chopped fresh coriander before serving.

Tips

Ensure the potatoes are cut into even-sized cubes for uniform cooking.