Monday, August 29, 2011

Bateta Nu Shak (Spicy Potato Curry)

3-4 Potato cut into small cubes
1/2 T Sp Mustard Seeds
1/2 T Sp Cumin Seeds
A pinch of Hing (Asafoetida)
1 T Sp Turmeric Powder
2 T Sp Red Chili Powder
1 T Dhana-Jeera Powder  (Coriander-Cumin Powder)
Salt to taste
3 Tb Sp Oil
1/2 T Sp Sugar
1 Whole Dry Chili


  • Heat oil in Pressure Cooker.
  • Add Mustard Seeds, when it crackles, add Cumin seeds followed by whole dry chili.
  • Add hing and Turmeric
  • Add Potatoes, cook in the oil for a minute.
  • Add Chili Powder, Dhana-jeera powder and salt. 
  • Mix everything and add 1 Cup of water.
  • Pressure cook with 2 whistles.
  • Garnish with Cilantro and serve hot with Chapati or Steamed Rice.









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