Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
250 g

potato

cut into thick pieces

1 pinch

turmeric powder

10 unit

small onion

thinly sliced

3 clove

garlic

finely chopped

1 tsp

red chilli flakes

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 sprig

curry leaves

2 tbsp

coconut oil

2 tbsp

coconut

cut into pieces

Step 1
~4 min

Wash and cut the potatoes into thick, straight pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 150 degrees Celsius.

Step 3
~4 min

In a pressure cooker, combine the potatoes, turmeric powder, chopped onions, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, curry leaves, and coconut pieces.

Step 4
~4 min

Close the pressure cooker and cook for 1 whistle, then turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.

Step 5
~4 min

Grease a baking tray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~4 min

Spread the potato mixture evenly on the prepared baking tray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~4 min

Drizzle some coconut oil over the top.

Step 8
~4 min

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9
~4 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to your spice preference.

Ensure the potatoes are cooked through but not mushy after pressure cooking.

For a crispier texture, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with dal and rice.

Enjoy as a light lunch with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Panchmel Dal
Jeera Rice
Cucumber Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala

Cultural Significance

Common Kerala side dish with regional variations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekday Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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