Fried Potatoes (sindhi Aloo Tuk)
Fried Potatoes, also known as Sindhi Aloo Tuk, are a popular Pakistani dish that is simple to make and incredibly flavorful. The potatoes are fried to perfection, resulting in a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. This dish is perfect as a side or a snack, and it pairs well with a variety of main courses.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
- Place the sliced potatoes in a bowl and sprinkle with salt, red chili powder, cumin seeds, and turmeric powder. Toss to coat the potatoes evenly with the spices.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the seasoned potatoes in a single layer.
- Fry the potatoes for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Once the potatoes are fried, remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Sprinkle the fried potatoes with chopped fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large skillet Knife Cutting board Bowl Paper towels
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the Fried Potatoes hot as a side dish with a main course, or enjoy them as a snack with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, sprinkle the fried potatoes with chaat masala before serving.
Cost
$5