Aloo Puri Masala

Aloo Puri Masala is a delightful Indian side dish featuring spiced potatoes served with crispy, puffed puris. This gluten-free dish is perfect for a comforting meal or festive occasions.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 300 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish
• Oil - for cooking (about 2 tablespoons)
• Puris (gluten-free) - 6 pieces

Steps

1. Boil the potatoes in water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain, peel, and mash them.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
3. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
4. Stir in the grated ginger, minced garlic, and green chili. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens, about 3-4 minutes.
6. Sprinkle in turmeric, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. Add the mashed potatoes to the pan and mix until well incorporated with the spices.
8. Stir in garam masala and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. In a separate pan, heat oil for frying. Fry the puris until golden and puffed.
11. Serve the Aloo Masala hot with crispy puris.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Potatoes provide a good source of carbohydrates and energy.
• The spices used have anti-inflammatory properties and can aid digestion.

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