--- title: "Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo Recipe" url: https://www.whiskaffair.com/vrat-wale-sookhe-aloo/ date: 2025-05-01 modified: 2026-09-30 lang: en author: "Neha Mathur" description: "Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo is a gluten-free dry sabji made using potatoes and peanuts. It is served as a snack on vrat (Hindu fasting) days. You can also serve it as a side dish with any Indian meal (vegetarian, gluten-free)." categories: - "Indian" - "Indian Gluten Free" - "Janmashtami" - "Navratri" - "Veg Curries" - "Vrat Recipes" image: https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Wale-Sookhe-Aloo-2-3.jpg word_count: 737 --- # Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo Recipe **Vrat wale sookhe aloo **is a dry sabji made using boiled potatoes, peanuts, and a few spices. It is a** vegetarian****, gluten-free **dish that is high in carbohydrates. It gives the body instant energy and is perfect as a snack on **vrat (Hindu fasting) days**. I like to make it for [Navratri](https://www.whiskaffair.com/category/recipes/festival-recipes/navratri-recipe/), Shivratri, Janmashtami, or Ekadashi vrat. You can also serve it as a side dish with any Indian meal. Here are some more vrat recipes that you might like: [Sabudana kheer](https://www.whiskaffair.com/sabudane-ki-kheer/), [rajgira sheera](https://www.whiskaffair.com/rajgira-halwa-recipe/), and [shengdana amti](https://www.whiskaffair.com/shengdana-amti-recipe/). ![A bowl of Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo, garnished with chopped herbs and sits on a dark surface, with fresh green chilies and coriander in the background.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Wale-Sookhe-Aloo-2-1.jpg) ## Quick Look: Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo **Prep Time:** 10 minutes **Cook Time:** 10 minutes **Total Time:** 20 minutes **Servings:** 4 people **Calories:** Approx. 175 per serving **Dietary Info:** Vegetarian, gluten-free. Vrat-friendly. 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[Add us as a trusted Google source](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=https://www.whiskaffair.com/) ## Table of Contents - Quick Look: Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo- Ingredients- How To Make Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo- Serving Suggestions- Storage Suggestions- Other Vrat Recipes We Recommend- Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo Recipe Recipe ## Ingredients - **Potatoes **- You will need boiled potatoes for this recipe. You can boil them in a pressure cooker, an Instant Pot, or on the stovetop. - **Ghee** - This dish tastes best when made in ghee. To make it vegan, use coconut oil. - **Raw Peanuts **- Peanuts add a lovely crunch to this sabji. You can also replace them with cashew nuts. - **Others** - You will also need cumin seeds, fresh ginger, green chilies, rock salt (sendha namak), black pepper powder, cilantro (fresh coriander leaves), and freshly squeezed lime juice. ## How To Make Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo **Step 1:** Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a pan over medium-high heat. Once the ghee is hot, add 1/2 cup of raw peanuts and roast them until they are browned and crispy (30-40 seconds). Stir frequently while roasting. ![Peanuts frying in oil in a pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Ke-Sookhe-Aloo-Step-1.jpg) **Step 2:** Push the peanuts to the side of the pan and add 1 tsp of cumin seeds. Let them crackle for 4-5 seconds. ![Cumin seeds added to the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Ke-Sookhe-Aloo-Steps-6.jpg) **Step 3:** Add 2 teaspoons of finely chopped ginger and 2 teaspoons of finely chopped green chilies and sauté for 20-30 seconds. ![](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/idea.png) You can skip adding ginger if you don't eat it for vrat. ![Ginger and green chilies added to the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Ke-Sookhe-Aloo-Step-2.jpg) **Step 4:** Mix everything. ![Peanuts mixed with ginger and green chilies.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Ke-Sookhe-Aloo-Steps-7.jpg) **Step 5:** Add the following ingredients to the pan and mix everything well. - 400 g boiled, peeled, and cubed potatoes - rock salt to taste - 1/2 tsp black pepper powder - 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice - 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro ![Potatoes, salt, black pepper, lime juice and cilantro added to the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Ke-Sookhe-Aloo-Step-3.jpg) **Step 6:** Spread the potatoes evenly in the pan and cook undisturbed on high heat for 3-4 minutes. Flip the potatoes and cook again for 3-4 minutes undisturbed. This process will create a crispy layer of potatoes that tastes delicious. ![Potatoes spread on the pan.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Ke-Sookhe-Aloo-Steps-8.jpg) **Step 7:** Serve hot. ![Ready vrat wale sookhe aloo.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Ke-Sookhe-Aloo-Step-4.jpg) ## Serving Suggestions Serve this aloo dish as a filling snack or pair it with Kuttu Ki Poori or Vrat Ka Paratha for a hearty lunch or dinner. ## Storage Suggestions You can store this sabji in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to** 2-3 days.** Reheat in a pan or in the microwave, then serve hot. ## Other Vrat Recipes We Recommend [![A plate of farali arbi fry garnished with fresh coriander, lemon wedges, and a green chili on a dark textured surface.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Farali-Arbi-Fry-2-3-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/farali-arbi-fry-vrat-recipe/)Veg Curries GFIndian Gluten Free ### Farali Arbi Fry Recipe (Vrat Wali Sookhi Arbi) [![A plate of golden-brown Vrat Ke Appe served on a banana leaf with green chutney, garnished with a green chili, accompanied by fresh herbs and a glass of chai.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Vrat-Ke-Appe-2-3-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/vrat-ke-appe-recipe/)Vrat Recipes GFIndian Gluten Free ### Vrat Ke Appe Recipe (Upvas Ke Appe) [![Bhagar also called Sama ke Chawal, Variche Bhat or Varai is a variety of Millet that is perfect to serve on vrat (Hindu fasting days). 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Make it for festivals or special occasions using my simple recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free).](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Lauki-Ka-Halwa-2-3-600x800.jpg)](https://www.whiskaffair.com/lauki-ka-halwa/)Indian Sweets & desserts GFIndian Gluten Free ### Lauki Halwa ![A bowl of Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo, garnished with chopped herbs and sits on a dark surface, with fresh green chilies and coriander in the background.](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Vrat-Wale-Sookhe-Aloo-2-3-150x150.jpg) [ Print Recipe](https://www.whiskaffair.com/wprm_print/vrat-wale-sookhe-aloo-recipe) - 5 from 1 vote ## Vrat Wale Sookhe Aloo Recipe Vrat ke Sookhe Aloo is a gluten-free dry sabji made using potatoes and peanuts. It is served as a snack on vrat (Hindu fasting) days. You can also serve it as a side dish with any Indian meal. Prep Time10 minutes minsCook Time10 minutes minsTotal Time20 minutes mins Course: Main CourseCuisine: Indian, North IndianDiet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian Servings: 4 people Calories: 175kcal Author: [Neha Mathur](https://www.whiskaffair.com/about-me/) ### Ingredients 2 tablespoons ghee- ½ cup raw peanuts (moongphali)- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds- 2 teaspoons finely chopped ginger- 2 teaspoons finely chopped green chilies- 400 grams boiled potatoes peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes- rock salt (sendha namak) to taste- ½ teaspoon black pepper powder- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (fresh coriander leaves)- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juiceUS Customary - Metric ### Instructions - Heat ghee in a pan over medium-high heat.- Once the ghee is hot, add peanuts and roast them until they are browned and crispy (30-40 seconds). Stir frequently while roasting.- Push the peanuts on the side of the pan and add cumin seeds. Let them crackle for 4-5 seconds.- Add ginger and green chilies and saute for 20-30 seconds.- Mix everything together.- Add potatoes, rock salt, black pepper powder, lime juice and cilantro, and mix everything well.- Spread the potatoes evenly in the pan and cook on high heat for 3-4 minutes undisturbed. Flip the potatoes and cook again for 3-4 minutes undisturbed.- This process will create a crispy layer of potatoes that tastes delicious.- Serve hot. ### Video ### Notes You can skip adding ginger if you don’t eat it for vrat. ### Nutrition Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg