Jeera Aloo

Jeera aloo is another popular Punjabi dish with potatoes cooked with cumin and other spices. It is a typical tradition dish of North India prepared in every home. This simple dish is a real treat for all potato lovers. It is one of the simplest & easy fasting recipes. This dish can compliment any meal. Cumin has a unique nutty flavor and adds an earthy, strong essence to this dish.
Cooking Time:  15 mins                                                                             Servings: 4
Preparation Time:  10 mins                                                                       Category:  Main-course, Veg 

Jeera Aloo

Ingredients:
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Large sized potatoes - 4
Cumin Seeds - 3 tsp
Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
Vegetable Oil - 2 tbsp
Finely chopped green chillies - 2
Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp
Finely chopped coriander - 2 tsp
Amchur powder - 1 tsp
Salt - to taste
Lemon juice (optional) - 1 tsp


Preparation Method:
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• Pressure cook the potatoes for 3-4 whistles, let them cool and peel of the skin.
• Cut these potatoes in to small cubes.
• Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and add cumin & mustard seeds. When they start to pop, add potatoes.
• Saute the potatoes until they turn light golden brown color.
• Add turmeric, chopped green chillies, amchur powders and salt to taste. Stir all these ingredients well and cook for 5 mins.
• Take it in a serving bowl and garnish with chopped coriander
• It can either be served with hot Indian breads, rotis, puris or as a side dish with daal