Mom’s Easy Masala Potato fry

Masala Potato fry is a delicious dish made from the humble potato in just 15 mins. Simple and easy to make , it can be had for lunch or dinner. Serve with Chappati or ajwain puris.

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Growing up I remember that Masala Potatoes was my brother’s favorite dish for school lunch.

Mom used to make this quite often and it was always a happy food; the kind that puts a smile on your face. Sis and I would eat it at home as our school time was shorter. But yes, it was always yummy!

Years later, it was even our most favorite lunch when at work, loved even by our colleagues.

Potatoes have quite a few vitamins and minerals and are beneficial to us, but it all depends on the preparation. Fried may not be as healthy as boiled, etc.

And there are really so many ways to cook potatoes, the end result really depends on you. You can make mashed potatoes, fried potatoes, potato bhaji, or add it to curries. Or you can make these tasty masala potatoes.

To know how to make this quick and easy masala potato recipe, read on…

What Ingredients Do You Need To Make Masala Potato Fry?

All you need to make this masala potato fry some is potatoes, oil, salt, sugar, chilli powder and water.

How To Make Masala Potato?

Wash and clean the potatoes before you cut them into 1/2 inch cubes. Soak them in water for a while, this helps to remove the excess starch.

As you can see, we do not peel the skin, but we give it a good scrub while washing to remove any dirt. This is because the potato skin has many good vitamins just under it, and peeling the skin would lead to a loss of vital amines. So get rid of the potato eyes, give the skin a scrub, but hold on to it and eat it. 🙂

In a frying pan or kadai, add a little oil and heat it. Then, add in the diced potatoes, chilli powder and salt. Also add in a few teaspoons of sugar and mix well.

Add in a little water and allow the potatoes to cook for about 15 minutes on a medium flame. As it cooks, the water will evaporate and you will be left with some yummy masala potaoes.

What’s Perfect About This Recipe?

• It is simple and easy to make.
• It takes only 15 minutes which makes it the perfect in-a-hurry-dish!
• It’s a lot easier than making breadfruit chips at home.
• It can be served as the main dish with chapatis or even a side dish for both lunch or dinner.

Cooking Tips And Tricks

• Wash the potatoes to remove as much starch as you can, unless of course you prefer eating with starch.
• If you have access to EI Bottle Masala, you can use this instead for chilli powder for a yummier taste!
• Sprinkle a little sour lime juice on top for added flavor!
• It is not necessary to peel the potatoes, as long as they are properly washed. The skin has vitamins under it that are good to eat, so eating the skin is good too!
• For an easy snack, roll the potato in a chapati, taco or pav, top with some lemon juice, tomato sauce, and coriander, and serve!

Questions About Cooking Masala Potato Fry

Can You Make This Recipe Spicier?

Yes, you can add more chilli powder or a bit of paprika to make it spicier.

What Can I Serve These Spicy Potatoes With?

Serve the masala potatoes with chapatis or turmeric rice, mustard chicken, moong dal or masoor dal, or a salad.

How Long Can You Store Masala Potato?

You can store cooked masala potatoes in a refrigerator for a few days or in the freezer for a few months.

What If I Do Not Have Bottle Masala?

If you don’t have bottle masala, use a mix of chili powder and garam maslaa in 2:1 proportions. Otherwise, depending on the country you’re in, you can buy bottle masala from any of the sellers on this list. Or you can Whatsapp Jevayla Ye at +919175191561 (No email, no website) and order using discount code Fugyeah10 for orders above 1 kg.

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