Aloo ki Tarkari

Aloo ki tarkari is a quick, simple and delicious vegetarian sabzi dish that can be made in minutes. Serve with paratha or puri for a delicious weekend breakfast, or make for a quick family dinner.

Aloo ki Tarkari Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoon oil
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric (haldi)
• ½ teaspoon red chili powder
• ½ teaspoon coriander powder
• Salt, to taste
• ½ teaspoon mustard seeds (rai)
• 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 250 grams potatoes, cut into small cubes
• ½ – 1 cup water

For Tempering:

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 3 – 4 whole red chili
• Coriander, for garnishing

Method:

1. Heat oil in a medium sized pot.
2. Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, salt and mustard seeds. Saute for about 30 seconds – 1 minute till the mustard seeds spluttering.
3. Add chopped tomatoes, and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add chopped potatoes and stir them for a few minutes to coat with the spices.
5. Add ½ cup – 1 cup water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling, turn heat to low and cover for about 20 minutes till potatoes are tender.
6. Take off the lid, and mash the potatoes with a wooden spoon.
7. Heat oil for tempering in a small sauce pan. Add whole red chilies and saute for about 15 – 30 seconds.
8. Add the red chilies with the hot oil into the potato mixture.
9. Garnish with coriander, and serve hot with paratha or puri.