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Aloo Jeera

Aloo Jeera is one of the tastiest and easiest accompaniments that I can think of. It is liked by one and all.
Servings 4 people
Author Jayashree

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kilogram potatoes
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/4 tsp asafoetids
  • 2 tsp chilly powder
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 tbsp cumin

Instructions

  • Wash the potato and cut them into medium sized long pieces.
  • Take oil in a pan, make the seasoning. Add the mustard seeds, as it crackles, put asafoetida,cumin and turmeric. Then add the potato pieces.Mix well. Add salt.
  • Let cook on a low flame, keep sauteing in between. 
  • Once it is done, add chilly powder and let cook for another five minutes.
  • Alu Jeera is ready to serve.

Notes

Do not peel the skin of potatoes.
Wash the potatoes pieces well in salt water.
Adjust chilly powder to your preference.