Punjabi Aloo Amritsari

Ingredients

• 250 gms Potato (Aloo)
• 2 Onions (sliced)
• 2 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
• 1/2 tsp Ajwain (Carom Seeds)
• 1/2 cup Besan (Gram Flour)
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
• 1/2 tsp Garam Masala
• 1/2 tsp Anardana Powder
• Oil for frying
• Handful Coriander Leaves (chopped)
• Salt to taste

1. Preparation

   • Peel and cut potatoes into long strips.
   • Slice onions and keep all ingredients ready.

2. Preparing the Batter

   • In a bowl, mix besan, salt, ginger-garlic paste, ajwain, and a little water to make a thin batter.
   • Add 1 tsp oil and mix well.

3. Marinating the Potatoes

   • Add potato pieces to the batter.
   • Mix well and let it marinate for 15 minutes.

4. Frying the Potatoes

   • Heat oil in a deep pan.
   • Deep fry the marinated potatoes until golden and crisp.
   • Remove and keep aside.

5. Preparing the Masala

   • Heat 2 tsp oil in a pan.
   • Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
   • Add salt, red chilli powder, coriander powder, anardana powder, and garam masala.
   • Mix well and cook for a minute.

6. Combining

   • Add the fried potatoes to the masala.
   • Toss well and cook on low flame for 5–6 minutes.

7. Garnishing & Serving

   • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
   • Serve hot.