Hello Guys, Today we will share with you a special Jeera Aloo recipe which is liked by adults and children also. This is a very easy to make and tasty dish and also can be cooked at home with easily accessible ingredients. This can be served with dal rice, chapati, paratha or puri as well. In today’s busy life each and everyone is in hustle.
Trust us, if you follow our recipe step by step and prepare this tasty potato recipe as per our guidance, each and every person who tastes it, will definitely demand this dish again and again.
You can prefer this dish for office lunch also due to its mouthwatering taste. We have included small-small tips in this recipe based on our experience which will definitely make your dish more delicious.
This potato recipe may look simple but when our team tried it themselves and also asked their friends to try it too, the results were amazing. So friends, let’s move towards our Jeera Aloo recipe step by step guide.
MAKE SPICY JEERA ALOO (POTATO RECIPE)
IN JUST 6 STEPS
Ingredients
- Potatoes- 6-7 Medium Size
- Ginger- 1 Small Piece grated
- Asafoetida (Hing)- 1 Small Tbsp
- Amchoor Powder- 1 Small Tbsp
- Green Chilies- 3-4 Piece- Fine Chopped
- Fenugreek Leaves (Kasoori Methi)- 1 Small Tbsp
- Oil-2-3 Large Tbsp
- Cumin Seeds (Jeera)- 1 Tbsp
- Coriander Powder- 1 Small Tbsp
- Cumin Powder (Jeera Powder)- 1 Small Tbsp
- Turmeric Powder- 1 Small Tbsp
- Chili Flakes/Crushed Red Chili- 1 Tbsp or as per taste
- Salt- As per requirement
- Coriander Leaves- For Garnishing
STEP-1
Boiling and Preparing Potatoes for Jeera Aloo
To prepare Jeera Aloo or tasty aloo ki sabji, first, we will keep the potatoes in a pressure cooker till 2-3 whistles. Once our potatoes get boiled, we will keep them aside and let them cool. Then, we will peel the potatoes and cut them in the shape of medium size boxes.
STEP-2
Sauteing Cumin Seeds, Green Chili, Asafoetida
and Grated Ginger
Our next step will be to saute cumin seeds, green chili, asafoetida & grated ginger. For this, we will take approximately 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan. When our oil is properly heated, we will add cumin seeds and will wait till it gets brown. Then, we will add green chili, asafoetida & grated ginger and saute them until it also gets brown.
STEP-3
Mixing Potatoes with the Sauteed Spice Mixture
Now, our mixture of cumin seeds, green chili, asafoetida & grated ginger have been properly sauteed. In the next step, we will add the potatoes in the pan and mix the potatoes with the sauteed mixture with the help of spatula. We should keep in mind that we need to flip the mixture gently so that potatoes get equally coated with the spices.
STEP-4
Adding Spices and Mixing with Potatoes
Moving to our next step, after waiting 7-8 minutes, we will add 1 small tablespoon of cumin powder, 1 small tablespoon of coriander powder, 1 small tablespoon of turmeric powder, 1 large tablespoon of chili flakes, 1 small tablespoon of amchur powder and salt to the pan. After that, we will mix our potatoes with the spices properly and keep in mind that the potatoes don’t break and the spices are equally mixed. Guys, we will use the medium flame of the gas in this process.
STEP-5
Adding Fenugreek Leaves and Finalizing the Jeera Aloo
Next, we will add fenugreek leaves and mix it well. Dried fenugreek leaves are the secret part of our spicy jeera aloo recipe which will make jeera aloo more delicious. Dear friends, now after 2 minutes, we will turn off the gas flame to keep the potatoes soft and of good taste. In case you don’t turn off the gas flame the potatoes will become too crispy which will give differ taste.
STEP-6
Garnishing and Serving the Jeera Aloo Dish
Now, finally, our Jeera Aloo is ready to be served among the family members, colleagues and beloved ones. Guys, don’t forget to garnish it with the fresh coriander leaves before serving.
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Happy Cooking!
SECRET TIPS:
- If you do not have amchur powder, you can use 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice in place of amchur powder. This will also give your dish a good taste.
- Do not over-boil the potatoes because they might break if boiled too much.
- Keep in mind that whenever you make jeera aloo, use chili flakes or crushed red chili instead of red chili powder. Chili flakes or crushed red chili gives the potatoes a much better taste.
FAQS:
1. How many calories are in jeera aloo?
As per our jeera aloo recipe, the total calories in jeera aloo are between 918-1,043 calories, if you cook this dish for 4 persons. For each person the calories will be approximately 230. The breakdown of Calories is as given below-
- Potatoes (6-7 medium sized)- 588 calorie (Approx)
- Ginger (1 small piece, 1 tsp grated)- 2 calorie (Approx)
- Asafoetida (Hing, 1 small tbsp)- Negligible, 5 calorie (Approx)
- Amchoor Powder (1 small tbsp)- 10 calorie (Approx)
- Green Chilies (3-4 pieces)- 5 calorie (Approx)
- Fenugreek Leaves (Kasoori Methi, 1 small tbsp)- 1 calorie (Approx)
- Oil (2-3 large tbsp)- 240-360 calorie (Approx)
- Cumin Seeds (Jeera, 1 tbsp)- 22 calorie (Approx)
- Coriander Powder (1 small tbsp)- 15 calorie (Approx)
- Cumin Powder (Jeera Powder, 1 small tbsp)- 10 calorie (Approx)
- Turmeric Powder (1 small tbsp)- 9 calorie (Approx)
- Chili Flakes/Crushed Red Chili (1 tbsp)- 15 calorie (Approx)
- Salt- Negligible (0 calorie)
- Coriander Leaves (for garnishing, approximately 1 tbsp)- 1 calorie (Approx)
Approximate Total- 918-1,043 calories for the entire recipe.
Calorie (Each Person)- 230 Calories
2. Why is jeera used in cooking?
Jeera (Cumin) is used in cooking because it gives special taste to the dish. It also helps in digestion and is rich in nutrients. Cumin (Jeera) is easily combined well with other spices so that it is used in many recipes. As per clinical studies, cumin may improve blood cholesterol.
3. What is the most common way to cook potatoes?
The most common way to cook potatoes is with Jeera (Cumin). As a result, you will get a very tasty jeera aloo ki sabji or cumin potato dish. If you want to make this dish delicious at home, first boil and peel potatoes, then cut them into boxes. After that, saute cumin seeds, green chili, asafoetida and ginger in hot oil. Then, add the potatoes and nicely mix them with spices. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili flakes, amchur powder and salt (as required). At last, we will mix fenugreek leaves and garnish the dish with coriander. You can follow our jeera aloo recipe to get more details.
4. What is the healthiest way to cook potatoes?
The healthiest way to cook potatoes is to boil them until they get soft. This will help in preserving nutrients. We can use minimal oil for sauteing (approximately 2-3 tablespoons). Then, we will mix the potatoes with our spices. This process will reduce the added fat and make the potatoes healthy. If you would like to make the tasty jeera aloo at your home, you can follow our recipe which is easy to understand and will give you a delicious dish.
5. Is potato a healthy diet?
Yes, potatoes are considered a healthy diet because they contain Protein, Vitamin C, Iron, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Calcium etc.
6. What ingredients are needed to make Jeera Aloo?
The main ingredients to make delicious jeera aloo dish are as given below-
Potatoes, Ginger, Asafoetida (Hing), Amchoor Powder, Green Chilies, Fenugreek Leaves (Kasoori Methi), Oil, Cumin Seeds (Jeera), Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder (Jeera Powder), Turmeric Powder, Chili Flakes/Crushed Red Chili, Salt, Coriander Leaves.
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