National Potato Day: Best Indian aloo dishes you need to try
Published on Aug 18, 2023 03:41 PM IST
- From Assam's Aloo Pitika to Bengal's Aloo Posto, here are five traditional potato dishes from India that you need to try this National Potato Day.
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National Potato Day is observed every year on August 19. Here are five potato dishes from across the country that you need to try at least once. (Shutterstock)
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Aloo Posto: “Aloo” refers to potatoes, and “posto” means poppy seeds. Originated in Bengal, this traditional potato dish from Khulna is made with poppy seeds and it takes only 4-5 minutes to prepare. (Pinterest)
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Batata Bhaji: Also known as Ukadleli Batatyachi Bhaji in Marathi, this is a Maharashtrian dish made using potatoes and basic spices. It can be made with and without onion garlic and goes best with poori and chapati. (Instagram/@eating.fairy)
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Bharwan Aloo: This is a north Indian appetizer in which potato cases are stuffed with paneer, spices and baked till golden brown. It is the best snack for the rainy season along with a cup of tea. (Instagram/@hungryladki)
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Aloo Pitika: Anyone can made this simple, comfortaing and popular potato dish of Assam called Aloo Pitika. It is an Indian styled mashed potato made with onions, chillis, coriander leaves, mustard oil and dried red chiliis. (Instagram/@chummies_and_tummies_)
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