Aloo Chokha Recipe

Name: Aloo Chokha
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons filtered mustard oil (see Notes); 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 2 dried red chiles, stemmed; 3 medium red onions, chopped; 3 or 4 cloves garlic, crushed; 3 or 4 green chiles, stemmed and chopped; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin; 6 small potatoes, boiled, peeled, and mashed; 1 teaspoon amchur (dried mango powder); 1 teaspoon table salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons filtered mustard oil (see Notes)
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
2 dried red chiles, stemmed
3 medium red onions, chopped
3 or 4 cloves garlic, crushed
3 or 4 green chiles, stemmed and chopped
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin
6 small potatoes, boiled, peeled, and mashed
1 teaspoon amchur (dried mango powder)
1 teaspoon table salt

1
Place a medium nonstick saute pan over medium heat and add the mustard oil.
2
When the oil starts smoking, remove from the heat and cool slightly.
3
Crush the coriander seeds in a mortar with a pestle.
4
Cut the dried chiles into small pieces.
5
Return the pan with the oil to medium heat.
6
When small bubbles appear at the bottom of the pan, add the dried chiles and onions, and saute for 3 to 4 minutes or until the onions are golden brown.
7
Add the garlic and continue to saute for 1 minute.
8
Add the green chiles, crushed coriander seeds, ground coriander, and cumin powder, and stir.
9
Add the potatoes and stir.
10
Add the amchur and salt and stir well.
11
Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot.

215

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons filtered mustard oil (see Notes), 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 2 dried red chiles, stemmed, 3 medium red onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Aloo Chokha falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aloo Chokha

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