Soy-Free Alu Vaji
Soy-Free Alu Vaji is a vibrant and flavorful Indian-inspired potato stir-fry that celebrates simplicity and rich, aromatic spices. This quick and easy recipe skips soy-based ingredients, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Tender cubes of golden potatoes are tossed with sizzling cumin and mustard seeds, turmeric, and red chili for a warm, earthy kick. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty balance, while a garnish of green chilies and fragrant coriander leaves brings a fresh, herbaceous finish. Ready in under 40 minutes, this gluten-free and vegan dish serves as a versatile and satisfying side, ideal with rice, roti, or your favorite bread. Whether you're looking for a comforting weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing addition to your table, Soy-Free Alu Vaji delivers bold flavors with minimal fuss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Green chilies
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes, approximately 1/2-inch in size, to ensure even cooking.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Allow them to sizzle for about 30 seconds until they start to pop.
Add the diced potatoes to the pan and stir well to coat them with the oil and seeds.
Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt over the potatoes. Stir everything together to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the potatoes to cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and fully cooked.
While the potatoes are cooking, finely chop the green chilies and coriander leaves. Set aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked and soft, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high.
Add the chopped green chilies to the pan and stir well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
Turn off the heat and sprinkle lemon juice over the Alu Vaji. Stir gently to combine.
Garnish the dish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve hot with rice, roti, or your choice of bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.2 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 4618 mg | 98% | |
*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.
