Chilli Potato / Chilli Aloo Step by Step Recipe
Chilli Potato, also known as Chilli Aloo, is a classic Indian-Chinese dish that is a spicy and flavorful combination of crispy potatoes and a tangy, spicy sauce. The dish is a perfect blend of Indian and Chinese flavors, with the use of traditional Indian spices such as ginger and garlic, combined with Chinese sauces such as soy sauce and vinegar. The dish is known for its spicy and tangy taste, and the crispy texture of the potatoes. The dish is a popular street food in India and is also served in restaurants and at home as a side dish or as a snack.
Ingredients
- 500 grams potatoes peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Cumin (Jeera)
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 cup Onions
- 2 green chillies finely chopped
- 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp vinegar
- Salt to taste
- spring onion for garnish
Instructions
Pre-Cooking prep steps
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, coriander powder, soy sauce, and vinegar.
- Slice the onions and chop the green chilies.
- Keep all the ingredients ready and within reach of the stove.
Cooking steps
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few seconds.
- Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are translucent.
- Add the green chilies and sauté for another minute.
- Add the spice mixture and stir well.
- Add the diced potatoes and stir well.
- Add salt to taste and stir well.
- Cover the pan and cook for about 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through and crispy.
- Uncover the pan and stir well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.
Notes & Tips
Notes & comments
- You can adjust the level of spiciness to your preference by reducing or increasing the amount of red chili powder used in the recipe.
- If you prefer
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Chilli Potato / Chilli Aloo Step by Step Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
189
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Sodium
180
mg
8
%
Potassium
613
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
28
g
9
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
158
IU
3
%
Vitamin B1
0.1
mg
7
%
Vitamin B2
0.1
mg
6
%
Vitamin B3
2
mg
10
%
Vitamin B5
0.4
mg
4
%
Vitamin B6
0.4
mg
20
%
Vitamin C
30
mg
36
%
Vitamin E
1
mg
7
%
Vitamin K
16
µg
15
%
Calcium
34
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Magnesium
38
mg
10
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.