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Aloo Seddha

Name: Aloo Seddha
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings (1 cup each)
Cuisine: bengali
Ingredients: 500 g potatoes (about 3-4 medium-sized); 1 pcs onion (medium, finely chopped); 2 pcs green chilies (finely chopped, adjust to taste); 2 tbsp mustard oil (use pungent, cold-pressed for best flavor); 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp coriander leaves (finely chopped, for garnish)

RATING

4.6/5(137)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A classic Bengali comfort food, this simple mashed potato dish is flavored with pungent mustard oil, sharp onions, and spicy green chilies. It's the perfect accompaniment to dal and rice, ready in under 30 minutes.

PREP

COOK

20m

SERVES

1 CUP

179 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

500 gpotatoes · about 3-4 medium-sized1 pcsonion · medium, finely chopped2 pcsgreen chilies · finely chopped, adjust to taste2 tbspmustard oil · use pungent, cold-pressed for best flavor1 tspsalt2 tbspcoriander leaves · finely chopped, for garnish

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

179

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein3g · 7%

Carbs27g · 60%

Fat7g · 35%

Fiber4g

Sugar3g

Saturated fat0g

Cholesterol0mg

Sodium592mg

Potassium649mg

Phosphorus90mg

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METHOD · 5 STEPS

Wash the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a pot. Add enough water to cover them completely and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until a knife inserts easily. Alternatively, pressure cook for 3-4 whistles until tender.
While the potatoes are boiling, finely chop the onion and green chilies. Chop the coriander leaves for garnish and set everything aside.
Once cooked, drain the hot water and allow the potatoes to cool just enough to handle. Peel the skin off and place the warm potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Mash them well with a potato masher or a fork, leaving a few small lumps for a nice texture.
Add the finely chopped onion, green chilies, and salt to the mashed potatoes. Pour in the mustard oil. Gently mix everything together with a spoon or clean hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve immediately while warm with steamed rice and dal.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
For the most authentic flavor, use pungent, cold-pressed mustard oil. It's the star ingredient.
2
Mash the potatoes while they are still warm to get a smooth, lump-free texture.
3
Don't over-boil the potatoes, as they can become watery and result in a pasty mash.
4
For a smoky flavor, roast a dried red chili over an open flame until dark and fragrant. Crush it and mix it into the potatoes.
5
Aloo Seddha tastes best when served fresh. It doesn't store very well due to the raw onions.

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Aloo Seddha

For 4 servings

Wash the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a pot. Add enough water to cover them completely and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until a knife inserts easily. Alternatively, pressure cook for 3-4 whistles until tender.

While the potatoes are boiling, finely chop the onion and green chilies. Chop the coriander leaves for garnish and set everything aside.

Once cooked, drain the hot water and allow the potatoes to cool just enough to handle. Peel the skin off and place the warm potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Mash them well with a potato masher or a fork, leaving a few small lumps for a nice texture.

Add the finely chopped onion, green chilies, and salt to the mashed potatoes. Pour in the mustard oil. Gently mix everything together with a spoon or clean hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve immediately while warm with steamed rice and dal.

What to keep in mind.

Adapt it for your goals.

Jain

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