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Jeera aloo recipe

Only 5 Ingredients! The Most Flavorful Jeera Aloo You’ll Ever Taste."

Spicy Jeera Aloo is a simple yet flavorful dish that proves how basic ingredients can create something truly satisfying. The key to perfect Jeera Aloo lies in proper tempering, roasting the spices well, and cooking the potatoes until just tender.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium potatoes cut into small cubes
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 8 –10 curry leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red chili
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon pav bhaji masala optional
  • 1 –2 green chilies finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a pan on medium flame.
  2. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
  3. Add curry leaves and fry for a few seconds.
  4. Add chopped potatoes and mix well.
  5. Cook on medium heat for 4–5 minutes, stirring in between.
  6. Add salt, crushed red chili, turmeric, and pav bhaji masala. Mix well.
  7. Cook on high flame for 2–3 minutes while stirring.
  8. Cover the pan and cook on low flame for 5–7 minutes, until potatoes are soft.
  9. Turn off the heat and garnish with green chilies and fresh coriander.

Notes

🍽️ Serving Suggestion
Serve hot with roti, paratha, poori, bread, or as a side dish with dal and rice. It is also perfect for lunch boxes.
💡 Tips
  • Cut potatoes into small pieces so they cook faster.
  • For extra crispy texture, cook uncovered for a few more minutes.
  • You can add a little lemon juice at the end for fresh flavor.
Your simple and delicious Spicy Jeera Aloo is ready to enjoy! 😊