Ingredients for Aloo Achar Potato Salad
- 1 pound (about 3 medium) potatoes, cubed
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1-2 hot green chili peppers, finely chopped (or to taste)
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated or finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons mustard oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (whole)
- 1 head lettuce, or as needed for serving
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How to Make Aloo Achar Potato Salad
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast sesame seeds on a baking sheet until fragrant and lightly golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Once cool, combine the toasted sesame seeds, hot chilies, garlic, ginger, and cilantro in a food processor. Grind into a smooth paste.
- Stir in lemon juice and salt to taste.
- Gently mix the sesame seed paste with the warm potatoes.
- Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add fenugreek seeds and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour the sautéed fenugreek seeds and oil over the potato salad. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve the Aloo Achar Potato Salad immediately on a bed of fresh lettuce leaves. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
12g
Carbs
14g
