Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

Potato

thinly sliced

1 tbsp

Mustard Oil

0.25 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tbsp

Rice Flour

2 tsp

Lemon Juice

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Mustard Oil

1 tsp

Panch Phoran Masala

4 unit

Green Chillies

roughly chopped

4 sprig

Coriander Leaves

finely chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the potato slices. Set aside.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat oil again and temper with Panch Phoran Masala.

Step 3
~4 min

Add water, salt, and turmeric powder to the pan.

Step 4
~4 min

Mix rice flour with water (or use mashed potato) and add to the water mixture.

Step 5
~4 min

When the mixture thickens, add lemon juice (or thekera water) and roasted potatoes.

Step 6
~4 min

Cook on low flame for 4-5 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Switch off the heat and garnish with coriander leaves.

Step 8
~4 min

Serve hot with flatbreads or rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chillies to your spice preference.

Soaking the thekera in warm water helps to extract its flavor.

Ensure the potatoes are cooked through before adding the lemon juice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead, flavors meld well.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or roti.

Accompany with a side of dal or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal
Yogurt
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Assam, India

Cultural Significance

A traditional Assamese sour curry.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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