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Jeera Aloo

Jyoti Behrani
Jeera Aloo is a popular vegetarian dish from India, made by frying potatoes, and seasoning them with cumin seeds and spices. It is a simple and flavorful dish that is often served as a side with roti or rice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 199 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium potatoes peeled & cubed
  • 1-2 green chili chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • pinch of hing asafoetida
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1.5 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ¼ teaspoon amchur powder or lemon juice adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add the cumin seeds and asafoetida. Let the seeds crackle
  • Add the potatoes, turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Fry for 2-3 minutes, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until potatoes are cooked.
  • Add the coriander powder, amchur powder, red chili powder, and green chili (optional).
  • Stir for a few minutes until the spices are fragrant.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves (optional).
  • Serve hot as a side dish with roti or rice.
  • Enjoy your Jeera Aloo!

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Jeera Aloo
Amount per Serving
Calories
199
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Sodium
 
50
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
702
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
 
31
g
10
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
 
51
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
 
36
mg
4
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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