Description
These Easy Bombay Potatoes (Bombay Aloo) are a spicy, vegan, and flavor-packed Indian potato curry. Crispy golden potatoes tossed with aromatic spices like cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, and garam masala — all finished with fresh herbs and lemon juice. Perfect as a side or standalone vegan main!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 3–4 medium potatoes, boiled and cubed
- 1–2 tbsp oil (avocado, olive, or mustard)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: minced garlic, ginger, green chilies, lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Boil potatoes until fork-tender, peel, and cube. You can also use leftover roasted or air-fried potatoes.
- Sauté the Spices: Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin and mustard seeds. Let them crackle to release aroma.
- Add the Seasonings: Add turmeric, chili powder, and garam masala. Sauté 30–40 seconds until fragrant. Add garlic and ginger if using.
- Toss the Potatoes: Add cubed potatoes and coat well in the spice mix. Cook 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve hot with rice, naan, or as a snack.
Notes
- Use waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold or red) for the best texture.
- Don’t overboil potatoes; they should stay firm enough to crisp.
- Adjust heat by adding or skipping green chilies.
- Add peas or chickpeas for a more filling curry.
- Drizzle with mustard oil for an authentic East Indian touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Indian Recipes, Vegan, Side Dishes, Curry
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing, Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Indian, East Indian, Vegan Cuisine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Bombay Potatoes, Bombay Aloo, Vegan Indian Potato Curry, Spicy Potato Recipe, Indian Side Dish, Easy Curry Recipe