Dive into bold, Indian-inspired flavors with Aaloo Fry, a mouthwatering recipe for spicy fried potatoes that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Featuring tender, golden-brown potato wedges or cubes perfectly seasoned with aromatic cumin seeds, earthy turmeric, and a fiery blend of red chili powder, coriander, and garam masala, this dish is a spice lover's dream. A quick 20-minute cook time ensures crispy, flavorful bites in every serving, while a garnish of fresh cilantro and optional green chili adds a burst of freshness and heat. Whether served as a tantalizing side dish with rice or roti, or enjoyed on its own as a satisfying snack, this vegetarian recipe is sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions, this recipe promises irresistible results with minimal effort!
Peel the potatoes and rinse them in water. Slice them into thin wedges or small cubes, whichever you prefer.
Chop the fresh cilantro and optionally slice the green chili for garnishing. Set these aside.
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds. Let them sizzle for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Add the potato wedges or cubes to the skillet. Stir well to coat the potatoes evenly with the oil.
Sprinkle the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt over the potatoes. Stir to combine and coat the potatoes with the spices.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the potatoes cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Once the potatoes are tender and golden brown, remove the lid. Add garam masala and stir well.
Increase the heat slightly and sauté the potatoes for an additional 2–3 minutes to make them crispy.
Turn off the heat and garnish the spicy fried potatoes with chopped cilantro and optional green chili slices.
Serve immediately as a side dish with rice, roti, or enjoy it on its own as a delicious snack.
Calories |
1152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2453 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 4530 mg | 96% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.