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Batata Bhaji {Indian Spiced Potatoes} - Instant Pot
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Batata Bhaji {Indian Spiced Potatoes} - Instant Pot

Batata Bhaji is an Indian spiced potato dish prepared in an Instant Pot, featuring diced Yukon Gold potatoes cooked with mustard seeds, turmeric, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, and onions. The result is tender, flavorful potatoes infused with fragrant spices and a touch of lemon and cilantro for brightness. This dish pairs well with Indian breads like puri, roti, or parathas for a satisfying meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories: 154 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
  • ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 yellow onion thinly diced, large
  • ¼ teaspoon Turmeric ground
  • 1 teaspoon green chilies diced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 20 curry leaves chopped
  • 3 Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (3 to 4 cups, large
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Set the Instant Pot to saute(more) mode and heat oil. Add mustard seeds in the oil and allow them to pop which may take 2-3 minutes. Add onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
  2. Add turmeric, green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves. Saute for 30 seconds. Press Cancel. Add potatoes, salt, and water. Mix well, deglazing the pot if needed. Close the Instant Pot lid with pressure valve to sealing. Pressure Cook for 4 minutes followed by quick release. Turn the Instant Pot off.
  3. Open the Instant Pot lid. Add lemon juice and cilantro. Mix gently and enjoy hot.
  4. Serve with hot puri, roti, or parathas.

Notes

  • Cut potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
  • If using smaller potato pieces, reduce pressure cooking time to 2-3 minutes to avoid overcooking.
  • Yellow, Idaho, or red potatoes can substitute Yukon Gold, maintaining similar texture and flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 154kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 7g (11%) Sodium 1178mg (49%) Potassium 566mg (12%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 255IU (5%) Vitamin C 118.3mg (131%) Calcium 65mg (7%) Iron 4.2mg (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154

% Daily Value*

Calories 154kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 7g 11%
Sodium 1178mg 49%
Potassium 566mg 12%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 255IU 5%
Vitamin C 118.3mg 131%
Calcium 65mg 7%
Iron 4.2mg 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.