Recipes

Mustang Piro Aloo Recipe

piro aloo

Ingredients:

  • 500g baby potatoes (small potatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons mustard oil
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi)
  • 2-3 dried red chilies
  • 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1-inch ginger, finely chopped
  • 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Potatoes:
    • Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly. You can leave the skin on or peel them, depending on your preference.
    • Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender but not too soft. Drain and let them cool slightly. Once cooled, lightly crush each potato with your hands or a spoon.
  2. Temper the Spices:
    • Heat mustard oil in a large pan over medium heat until it starts to smoke slightly, then lower the heat.
    • Add cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, and dried red chilies. Let them sizzle for a few seconds until aromatic.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics:
    • Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until golden brown.
    • Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the raw smell of garlic disappears.
  4. Spice the Potatoes:
    • Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, black pepper powder, and salt to the pan. Stir well to combine the spices with the onion mixture.
    • Add the boiled and crushed potatoes to the pan. Mix gently to coat the potatoes with the spices.
    • Cook for about 5-7 minutes on medium heat, allowing the potatoes to absorb the flavors.
  5. Finish the Dish:
    • Drizzle lemon juice over the potatoes and give it a final toss.
    • Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
  6. Serve:
    • Serve the Mustang Piro Aloo hot as a side dish with rice, roti, or as a snack on its own.

Enjoy the spicy and flavorful Mustang Piro Aloo!