The day of the week calls for making all things quick and easy. Amidst our busy schedules, spending hours in the kitchen seems like a distant dream. This is where quick and easy recipes come to your rescue. If you scroll through the internet, you will find countless recipes that are hassle free and can be put together in no time. From one-pot biryani to 5-minute mac and cheese – we’ve got a pool of options to try. One such dish that defines comfort for us is Bombay Aloo (or Aloo Bombay). Simply put, Bombay Aloo is a spicy potato curry served with rotis and parathas and with dal chawal. You can also call it a distant relative of North Indian potato cumin.
Why is it called Bombay potato?
According to legends, the name Bombay potato originated in the British period. According to history, potatoes were brought to India by Portuguese sailors in the early 17th century. Its cultivation was then spread all over India by the British. potato At that time it was considered foreign and was used to replace many native vegetables.
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What are Bombay Potatoes made of?
Like jeera aloo, this too is spice-mixed aloo cooked to perfection. This dish is prepared using potato which are cubed (sometimes lightly boiled) and then seasoned with various Indian spices including turmeric, cumin, garam masala, chili powder, salt, black pepper and others.
How to make Bombay Potato at home? Bombay Potato Recipe:
As mentioned earlier, Bombay Aloo is easy, fuss free and requires maximum 20 minutes for preparation. All you need to do is pan fry small potatoes and then prepare the masala with ginger, garlic, green chillies, onions, turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder and salt.
Then add fried potatoes and mix with spices and finally garnish with coriander leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy the taste to the fullest. click here for recipe.
Such a simple recipe; Isn’t it? so what are you waiting for? Make it today and enjoy a delicious weeknight meal. Tell us how you liked it.
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