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batata bhaji (aloo)
servings 4
core ingredients
- 2 tbsp oil
- 0.5 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
- 0.25 tsp turmeric
- 2 green chilies, sliced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 20 curry leaves
- 3 yukon potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.6 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
extra ingredients
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped for garnish
instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to saute mode and heat oil.
- 2 tbsp oil
- Add mustard seeds to the oil and allow them to pop (may take up to 2-3 minutes).
- 2 tbsp oil
- 0.5 tsp mustard seeds
- Add turmeric, green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves. Saute for 30 seconds.
- 0.25 tsp turmeric
- 2 green chilies, sliced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 20 curry leaves
- Add onions and sauté for 2 minutes. Press Cancel.
- 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
- Add potatoes, salt, and water.
- 3 yukon potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.6 cup water
- Pressure cook for 4 minutes followed by fast release.
- Add lemon juice and cilantro.
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped for garnish
notes
Sept 18, 2025
- A bit watery because you... added too much water
- A bit mushy because your potato pieces were cut too small
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