Lunch

Jeera Aloo

20 min 3 serves Dt Manthan Sharma
SabziFamily / Lifestyle

Ingredients

  • •3 medium potatoes, boiled and cubed
  • •1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 green chilli, slit
  • •¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp red chilli, ¼ tsp amchur
  • •½ tsp coriander powder, salt
  • •2 tsp oil, coriander

Method

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a wide pan. Splutter cumin generously.

  2. 2

    Add chilli, then the boiled potato cubes.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle turmeric, red chilli, coriander powder and salt. Toss gently.

  4. 4

    Cook uncovered 7-8 min, turning occasionally, till the potatoes get light-crisp edges.

  5. 5

    Finish with amchur and coriander. Serve with puri, roti or as a side with dal.

Dietitian's tip

Keep the cumin bold — it's the star of the dish. Pair with buttermilk for a complete light meal.

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Recipe authored by Dt Manthan Sharma · © Dietwalaa