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4.9 from 105 votes

Batata Bhaji {Indian Spiced Potatoes} - Instant Pot

Tender spiced potatoes sauteed with a hint of turmeric and lightly spiced with ginger and green chilies.

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

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly diced
  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon green chilies diced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 20 curry leaves chopped
  • 3 large yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (3 to 4 cups)
  • 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

  • Notes:
  • Make sure that the potatoes are cut into 1-inch cubes. If you cut them smaller, adjust the cooking time to 2-3 minutes. 
  • Yellow, Idaho, or Red Potatoes can be used in this recipe. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 154kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 7g (11%) Sodium 1178mg (49%) Potassium 566mg (16%) 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: 1Serving

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.