Imli Wale Aloo (Potatoes Cooked In Tamarind) Recipe

Name: Imli Wale Aloo (Potatoes Cooked In Tamarind)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 g potatoes, boiled,peeled and diced; 2 tablespoons coconut, grated; 4 red chilies, whole; 3/4 cup tamarind pulp (imli); salt; 2 tablespoons jaggery, grated; water, as required; oil, as required; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 7 -8 curry leaves, for tempering; 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnishing)

Servings: persons

1
Grind coconut, chillies and tamarind.
2
Mix this ground paste with the potatoes in a bowl.
3
Add salt, jaggery and enough water to cook.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Lower flame and allow to simmer for 5-8 minutes.
6
Adjust seasoning and tanginess.
7
Add more tamarind pulp if needed.
8
Heat 2 tsps.
9
oil in a pan.
10
Add mustard seeds and allow to splutter.
11
Add curry leaves.
12
Stir-fry briefly, say for a minute or two.
13
Pour this over the potatoes.
14
Mix.
15
Remove from flame.
16
Garnish with fresh corriander leaves.
17
Serve immediately with hot rotis or parathas.

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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: 400 g potatoes, boiled,peeled and diced, 2 tablespoons coconut, grated, 4 red chilies, whole, 3/4 cup tamarind pulp (imli), and more.

Yes, Imli Wale Aloo (Potatoes Cooked In Tamarind) 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.

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Imli Wale Aloo (Potatoes Cooked In Tamarind)

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