Batata Bhaji

Batata Bhaji

Batata Bhaji

Veg Vegan

A simple yet delicious stir-fried potato dish seasoned with mustard seeds, turmeric, and green chilies, often served as a side in Vidarbha meals.

Cuisines

Vidarbha

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Total: 35 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Potato 3 medium Potato , peeled and cubed
oil 2 tablespoons Oil
Mustard Seed 1 teaspoon Mustard Seed
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , seeds
asafoetida 1 pinch Asafoetida
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
Cilantro 2 tablespoons Cilantro , chopped fresh
Coconut 2 tablespoons Coconut , grated
Chili 2 Chili , finely chopped
Lemon 1 Lemon , juiced
salt Salt , to taste

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, and sauté for a few seconds.
  5. 5 Add the diced potatoes and turmeric powder, and mix well.
  6. 6 Cover and cook on low heat until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7 Add salt, green chilies, and lemon juice, and mix thoroughly.
  8. 8 Garnish with chopped coriander and grated coconut before serving.

Tips

For a spicier version, increase the number of green chilies.