Description
Discover the heartwarming flavors of Bateka Nu Shaak, a delightful Gujarati potato curry that brings comfort to your table. This easy-to-make dish features tender potatoes simmered in a fragrant blend of spices and tangy tomatoes, creating a creamy texture that pairs beautifully with rice or flatbreads. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this traditional recipe promises to satisfy your cravings and transport you straight to Gujarat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 2 ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Water (as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Immerse them in water to prevent browning.
- Sauté Onions: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (5-7 minutes).
- Add Ginger-Garlic Paste: Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate Tomatoes: Add diced tomatoes along with turmeric, coriander, and red chili powder. Cook until softened (5-6 minutes).
- Mix in Potatoes: Stir in cubed potatoes and add enough water to cover halfway. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer Until Tender: Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Gujarati
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg