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