Batata Bhaji

Batata Bhaji is a simple Maharashtrian style dry potato sabji. It pairs very well with puri, chapati or even pav. Here is how to make it.

A simple sabzi with hot hot phulkas and ghee, is what I crave the day I want to eat something really comforting.

There are many such recipes in Indian cuisine, that comes from different regions.

But there is one Sabzi, that is eaten in almost every region, Aloo Ki Sabzi or Potato Fry.

Every region has its own way of making this versatile vegetable, Potato and today I am sharing my most favourite version, that is Batata Bhaji.

It is a simple Aloo Sabzi that is made in almost all the Maharashtrian households for their everyday meals and also included in festive meals.

They also make Rassa Wala Aloo, but this sukhi sabzi is a regular at home.

Other than everyday meals and festive meals, you will also see this sabzi making its place in the buffet of Maharashtrian weddings.

Well, now you know that this sabzi had to be tried! 

Because of its simple process and easy ingredients, this Batata Bhaji or as it is called Ukadleli Batatyachi Bhaji in Marathi, is marking its place outside Maharashtra too. 

So, If you are looking to make an easy Aloo Ki Sabzi, this recipe is definitely for you, as it hardly takes 30 minutes to come together.

I just enjoy the subtle taste of this Sabzi, which goes with almost all the Indian breads. 

The kids love Aloo and they will be happy to see this sabzi with some Puris in their tiffin box. 

Here are some more easy Aloo Recipes, that can be made for your everyday meals – Aloo Methi, Aloo Baingan, Punjabi Style Aloo Gobhi, Sindhi Aloo Tuk and Punjabi Jeera Aloo. 

What is Batata Bhaji?

A simple Maharashtrian style Aloo Sabzi which has a light yellow colour to it.

In this recipe, potatoes are cooked along with simple everyday ingredients such as mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing curry leaves onion, green chillies, ginger, garlic, turmeric powder, salt, lemon juice, sugar and fresh coriander. 

A simple yet full of flavour sabzi, that is apt for your everyday meals or lunch box.

Believe me, if you want that comfort Maharashtrian meal, make this Batata Bhaji with some hot puffed Puris and enjoy. 

You can also make it without onions and serve it for your Upwas or Fasting days.

Ingredients

Serving Suggestions

It tastes delicious with Puri or Bhakri.

You can also serve it with Roti, Tawa Paratha, Laccha Paratha, Palak Puri, Bajra Methi Poori and Bedmi Puri.

I also like to serve it on the side whenever I make Dal with Steamed Rice.

You can also enjoy this with Pav or Dosa. 

Step By Step Recipe

Heat oil in a pan.

Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing and curry leaves and let them crackle for a few seconds.

Add onion, green chillies, ginger and garlic and fry until onion turns slightly brown.

Add cashew nuts, turmeric powder and fry for a few seconds.

Now add potatoes, salt and sugar and mix well. Cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add lemon juice and fresh coriander and toss well. Serve hot.

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Batata Bhaji Recipe

It is a simple Maharashtrian style dry potato sabji. It pairs very well with puri, chapati or even pav. Here is how to make it.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 110 kcal

Author Neha Mathur

Ingredients

• 250 g Boiled Potatoes peeled and cubed
• 2 tbsp Peanut Oil
• 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 1/4 tsp Hing
• 10-12 Curry Leaves
• 1/2 cup Onion thinly sliced
• 2 tsp Green Chillies chopped
• 1 tsp Ginger finely chopped
• 1 tsp Garlic finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Cashew Nuts Crushed
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice
• 2 tbsp Fresh Coriander chopped

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pan.

2. Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing and curry leaves and let them crackle for a few seconds.

3. Add onion, green chillies, ginger and garlic and fry until onion turns slightly brown.

4. Add cashew nuts and turmeric powder and fry for a few seconds.

5. Now add potatoes, salt and sugar and mix well.

6. Cook for 3-4 minutes.

7. Add lemon juice and fresh coriander and toss well. Serve hot.

Recipe Notes

If peanut oil is not available, use any oil of your choice.

Replace cashew nuts with peanuts if you wish to.

Nutrition Facts

Batata Bhaji Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 110 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Fat 10g15%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Sodium 19mg1%

Potassium 72mg2%

Carbohydrates 6g2%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 108IU2%

Vitamin C 53mg64%

Calcium 20mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.