Paleo Aloo Posto
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful twist on a classic Bengali dish—Paleo Aloo Posto. This wholesome recipe swaps traditional potatoes for nutrient-packed sweet potatoes, perfectly complemented by a rich poppy seed paste that adds an irresistible nutty flavor. Lightly spiced with green chilies and turmeric, and cooked in fragrant coconut oil, this paleo-friendly version retains all the comforting essence of the original while catering to modern dietary preferences. With a short prep time and simple cooking techniques, Paleo Aloo Posto is a delightful way to experience Bengali cuisine in a healthy and nourishing way. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with steamed cauliflower rice for a complete paleo meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Poppy seeds
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 2 whole Green chilies
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
Instructions
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into cubes about 1 inch in size.
Soak the poppy seeds in a small amount of warm water for 10 minutes.
Grind the soaked poppy seeds into a smooth paste using a blender, adding a little water if necessary to aid grinding.
Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the green chilies and fry for a minute until they release their aroma.
Add the sweet potato cubes to the pan and stir to coat with the coconut oil.
Sprinkle turmeric powder and salt over the sweet potatoes, mixing well to incorporate.
Cover the pan and allow the sweet potatoes to cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
Add the poppy seed paste and mix thoroughly with the sweet potatoes.
Pour in 1/4 cup of water, stir once more, and cover the pan. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the sweet potatoes are fully cooked and tender.
Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.8 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2522 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 611 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 433 mg | 9% | |
*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.
