Indian Cumin Potatoes Jeera Aloo
Delight in the bold and aromatic flavors of Indian Cumin Potatoes, also known as Jeera Aloo—a quick, vegetarian side dish that’s bursting with spice and texture! Featuring tender, golden potatoes tossed in sizzling cumin seeds, vibrant turmeric, and a medley of fragrant Indian spices, this dish offers a perfect balance of heat and earthiness, thanks to green chilies and a hint of grated ginger. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a splash of lemon juice, Jeera Aloo is an easy, gluten-free recipe that pairs beautifully with roti, naan, or a steaming bowl of basmati rice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this classic dish is ideal for spicing up weeknight dinners or complementing a festive Indian feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces potatoes (medium-sized, peeled and diced)
- 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
- 2 pieces green chilies (slit)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (finely grated)
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and dice them into bite-sized pieces. Boil them in salted water until fork-tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil or ghee in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them sizzle and become aromatic (about 30 seconds).
Add the slit green chilies and grated ginger, stirring for 1 minute to release their flavors.
Mix in the ground turmeric, red chili powder, and coriander powder, and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Add the boiled potato pieces to the skillet and toss them gently to coat them evenly with the spices.
Season with salt and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes start to crisp slightly and absorb the spices.
Turn off the heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro, and drizzle with lemon juice if desired.
Serve hot as a side dish with roti, naan, or rice, or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2404 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2914 mg | 62% | |
*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.
