Best 2 Broken Potatoes With Spices Aloo Ka Bhurta Recipes

Broken potatoes with spices, or aloo ka bhurta, is a classic Indian dish that is both flavorful and versatile. This delectable dish is made with boiled potatoes that are mashed and then tossed with a variety of spices, herbs, and vegetables. The result is a hearty and satisfying dish that can be served as a main course or a side. With its smoky, tangy, and spicy flavors, aloo ka bhurta is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Its simplicity makes it a favorite among home cooks and it can be easily customized to suit your preferences.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ALOO KA RAITA (POTATOES IN YOGURT)

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I tasted this raita at a lunch party and just loved it. It's so easy and tastes great. Make sure it's chilled before serving. Goes well with any kind of pulao or any curry dish!

Provided by jas kaur

Categories Asian

Time 10m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups curds (whisked)
2 potatoes (boiled, peeled, cooled, diced)
2 tablespoons mint leaves (chopped)
1 green chili (cut in chunks and deseeded) (optional)
1 teaspoon roasted ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons chat masala
salt (i use black salt)

Steps:

Add the salt, pepper powder, chaat masala to the yoghurt and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Add the potatoes, green chili and mint leaves. Mix well.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with roasted cumin powder. Refrigerate until required.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.9, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 22.5, Sodium 622.8, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 23.3

BROKEN POTATOES WITH SPICES - ALOO KA BHURTA

Broken Potatoes With Spices - Aloo Ka Bhurta image

Make and share this Broken Potatoes With Spices - Aloo Ka Bhurta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3/4 lb potato
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
2 whole dried chilies, broken (to 3)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/3 cup tomatoes, chopped
1 whole green chili pepper, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped

Steps:

Boil the potatoes in their skins and leave them to cool.
Then peel and break them into a lumpy mash.
If preferred, peel potatoes first and then boil.
Heat the oil in a medium sized heavy bottomed saucepan and add the onion, cumin seeds, and whole dried chilies, breaking them into the pan.
Fry until the onions turn a rich, golden brown.
Add the mashed potato.
Sprinkle in, and mix well after each addition, the turmeric, tomato, green chili, and salt.
Blend in 3/4 to 1 cup of water and leave the mixture to cook over a low heat until it begins to bubble.
Add half the cilantro leaves, stir, and cook for another 30 seconds.
Garnish the dish with the remaining cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.3, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 299.2, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.6, Protein 2.4

Tips:

For a more flavorful dish, use a mix of red, yellow, and white potatoes.
To save time, use pre-cut potato chunks from the grocery store.
If you don't have cumin seeds, you can use ground cumin instead.
If you don't have coriander seeds, you can use ground coriander instead.
If you don't have turmeric powder, you can use ground turmeric instead.
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red chili powder.
Serve aloo ka bhurta with roti, paratha, or rice.

Conclusion:

Aloo ka bhurta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. The combination of spices and herbs gives the dish a unique flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give aloo ka bhurta a try.