Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

Potato

boiled and coarsely chopped

1 unit

Onion

roughly chopped or sliced

1 inch

Ginger

grated

2 unit

Green Chilli

finely chopped

0.25 tsp

Turmeric powder

2 sprig

Coriander Leaves

finely chopped

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Mustard Seeds

1 tsp

Cumin Seeds

0.5 tsp

Asafoetida

1 sprig

Curry Leaves

Step 1
~5 min

Prepare all the ingredients: Boil and chop the potatoes, chop the onion, grate the ginger, and chop the green chilies and coriander leaves.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat sunflower oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.

Step 3
~5 min

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil. Allow them to crackle.

Step 4
~5 min

Add grated ginger, chopped green chilies, chopped onions, curry leaves, and asafoetida to the pan.

Step 5
~5 min

Sauté the mixture for a few minutes until the onions soften.

Step 6
~5 min

Add turmeric powder, salt, and the chopped potatoes to the pan.

Step 7
~5 min

Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 8
~5 min

Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for a few minutes until the potatoes are well coated with the spices.

Step 9
~5 min

Check the salt and adjust to taste.

Step 10
~5 min

Stir in the chopped coriander leaves.

Step 11
~5 min

Remove the Batatyachi Bhaji into a serving bowl.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve hot with Puri, Sooji Halwa, and Aluchi Bhaji or traditionally with Puran Poli.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chilies to control the spiciness.

Boiling the potatoes ahead of time can speed up the cooking process.

For a richer flavor, add a dollop of ghee at the end of cooking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with roti, puri, or rice.

Serve as a side dish with dal and vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Puri
Sooji Halwa
Aluchi Bhaji
Puran Poli

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Maharashtra, India

Cultural Significance

A staple side dish in Maharashtrian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Potluck

Popularity Score

60/100

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