Simple Indian stir fry with potatoes and fresh fenugreek leaves.
This Aloo Methi was quite a winter staple in my home and is best enjoyed with flatbread like roti. Methi was cooked very frequently in our kitchen in India during winters. We didn’t get methi leaves in any other season, so as soon as winter would commence, methi would become a regular feature on our table.When cooking with mustard oil, always remember to heat it well before adding the tempering. Mustard oil has a strong flavor and taste so if you don’t heat it up well initially, the end dish might be bitter.
Ingredients2 tablespoons oil use oil of choice, I used mustard oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
3-4 large garlic cloves sliced
3-4 medium potatoes chopped, around 400 grams
1 green chili chopped
3 cups packed methi (fenugreek) leaves 75 grams, chopped, may double this quantity of methi for stronger methi flavor
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
Method* Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan on medium heat. If using mustard oil, heat it well until its really hot and then lower the heat before adding the cumin seeds.
* Add cumin seeds, let them sizzle for few seconds and then add the garlic. Saute for few seconds until the garlic starts to change color.
* Then add the chopped potato and green chili. Stir. You may also add chopped onion at this point.
* Fry the potatoes in oil for 5 to 6 minutes until slightly golden brown. Toss them once or twice in between.
* Add the chopped methi leaves, turmeric and salt and stir.
* Cook for 6 to 7 minutes (keep stirring in between) until the leaves are cooked, the moisture dries out and the potatoes are done.
* I have not added any water here but you may sprinkle some water and cover the pan with a lid to cook the potatoes faster.
* Serve aloo methi with roti or any bread of choice.