Side Dish

Aloo Bhaji

Name: Aloo Bhaji
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: bangladeshi, indian
Ingredients: 600 g potato peeled and thinly sliced; 1 pcs yellow onion thinly sliced; 2 pcs green chili slit lengthwise; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 0.5 tsp cumin powder; 0.5 tsp coriander powder; 1 tsp salt; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

This simple Bangladeshi-style potato stir-fry features thinly sliced potatoes cooked with aromatic spices until tender and lightly browned. It's a quick and flavorful side dish that pairs well with rice or flatbreads. The preparation is straightforward, yielding a comforting and satisfying result.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 40 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 228 kcal

VeganVegetarianGluten-free

Mise en place

Ingredients

600 gpotato, peeled and thinly sliced
1 pcsyellow onion, thinly sliced
2 pcsgreen chili, slit lengthwise
0.5 tspturmeric powder
0.5 tspcumin powder
0.5 tspcoriander powder
1 tspsalt
3 tbspvegetable oil

garnish

2 tbspfresh cilantro, chopped(optional)

Equipment

skillet · cutting board · knife · large non-stick pan

The method

Step by step

1
Wash the sliced potato thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Removing excess starch helps prevent the potatoes from sticking and makes them crispier.
2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat.
About 1 min
3
Add the yellow onion and green chili to the hot oil and sauté until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
About 7 min
Cook’s note: Do not brown the onions too much at this stage.
4
Stir in the turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Keep the heat low to prevent the spices from burning.
5
Add the dried potato slices and salt to the pan, tossing gently to coat them evenly with the spices.
About 2 min
6
Cover the pan and cook on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potato are tender and cooked through.
About 20 min
Cook’s note: If the potatoes start to stick, add a tablespoon or two of water to create steam.
7
Remove the lid and increase the heat slightly, cooking for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, to allow the potato to brown lightly.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: This step adds a nice texture to the bhaji.
8
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if using, and serve hot.

Per serving

Nutrition

71%Score

Calories: 228.2kcal
Protein: 3.6g
Carbs: 29.7g
Fat: 10.9g
Fibre: 4.3g
Sugar: 2.9g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover Aloo Bhaji in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a pan over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through.