Bengali Aloo Bhaja
This quintessential Bengali Aloo Bhaja holds a special place in the hearts of many, offering a crispy, flavorful experience that tantalizes the taste buds and warms the soul.
Ingredients
- 2 Medium size potatoes
- 1 tsp Nigella seeds
- 1.5 tablespoon Mustard oil
- Salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 2 Fresh green chili
- 1 tablespoon White poppy seeds (Optional)
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and then thinly slice the potatoes. I like to slice it like french fries.
- Wash the slices of potatoes and then soak in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch.
- Heat a heavy bottom skillet and then pour the oil. Once the oil heats up, add the nigella seeds and let it sizzle for a few seconds.
- Strain the soaked sliced potatoes and add it to the skillet. Mix it around. Season with salt and add the turmeric powder. Toss it around and then cover the skillet. Let it cook in medium low heat for 5 minutes, stirring once in between.
- Once the potatoes are cooked through, soft but holds shape, add the green chili and scatter the poppy seeds. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Serve Aloo Bhaja warm.
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Nutrition
Calories: 63kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 0.03gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 0.1mgPotassium: 8mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.01gVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mg