Jeera Aloo (Indian Cumin Potatoes)

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    141 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Jeera Aloo (Indian Cumin Potatoes)

Jeera Aloo, aka Indian Cumin Potatoes, is a simple and delicious recipe that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. This one-pot stir-fry is a perfect choice for an easy weeknight dinner. It is also naturally vegan and gluten-free!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tabespoons neutral cooking oil or use 1 tablespoon ghee + 1 tbsp oil too, generic cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds aka Jeera
  • 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida optional, skip for gluten-free, aka hing
  • 1 green chili pepper finely diced
  • 600 grams potato boiled, peeled & cubed, use russet or Yukon gold potatoes
  • 2-3 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, fresh leaves

Spices

  • 1/2-3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder aka haldi
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder coarsely ground, dhaniya powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste, use kashmiri chili powder for mild heat, Mirchi powder
  • 1 teaspoon dry mango powder aka amchur

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes in a stovetop pressure cooker with 1 cup water for 3-4 whistles on medium heat or boil in the instant pot, release pressure naturally. You can boil them in a large pot until they are cooked well.
  2. Take the potatoes out and let them cool. Peel and dice the potatoes once they have come to room temperature. Cut potatoes in 3/4 inch pieces.

Making Jeera Aloo

  1. Heat a pan or kadai on medium heat. Once hot, add oil and let it heat.
  2. Add the cumin seeds and asafoetida. Cook for a few seconds till the cumin seeds start to sizzle. Lower the heat if needed, so the cumin seeds don't burn. Add green chilies and saute for 30 seconds.
  3. Now add the boiled potatoes. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  4. Gently toss without breaking the potatoes, and season with salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the spices. Gently toss and cook for 3 minutes. Add the water as needed 1 tablespoon at a time so the spices don't burn.
  6. Now fresh chopped cilantro. Turn off the heat. Jeera aloo is ready. Enjoy with roti, dal, and yogurt.

Notes

  • Boil potatoes until just soft, not overcooked. Cool completely before peeling and dicing for clean, firm cubes. The cooking time of potatoes can vary a bit depending on the size of the diced potatoes.
  • If you don't have dry mango powder, add lemon juice for tanginess. You can also add extras like grated ginger, chaat masala, or kasoori methi.
  • If you like, you can use mustard oil for a richer flavor for the potatoes. Make sure to heat the mustard oil till it it smokes, then reduce heat before adding other ingredients. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 141kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 0.003g (0%) Sodium 343mg (14%) Potassium 664mg (14%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 156IU (3%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 141kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0.003g 0%
Sodium 343mg 14%
Potassium 664mg 14%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 156IU 3%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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