Aloo Methi/Potatoes with Fenugreek Leaves
Aloo Methi is a very classic Indian recipe where the potatoes are cooked along with the very aromatic fenugreek leaves. A very well loved recipe in our family, I make this whenever we get fresh methi/fenugreek leaves.
Fenugreek is a very commonly used in Indian cooking. The leaves have a strong flavor and slightly bitter taste. The fresh leaves may be used for add some flavor to a dish or as a mainstay as this one. The dried leaves, usually know and sold as Kasuri Methi are extensively used as herbs in variety of dishes for the fantastic flavor. The seeds are used as a spice for seasoning and very rarely used as a main dish as in this unique recipe (Fenugreek Seeds with Potatoes).
The health benefits of methi/fenugreek are extensive; the leaves are rich in vitamins and potassium. The seeds are used for the treatment of diabetes and high cholesterol . The seeds are also known to be used my lactating moms to increase their milk supply (the fenugreek seeds are a source of galactogogue). In India the seeds are used to condition hair and skin.
Last summer I grew a whole lot of methi/fenugreek in my yard; this draft has been sitting in my folder since then – don’t know why I never posted it. For those of you who are not familiar with what fresh fenugreek leaves look like, I have photos of the fresh leaves in the Methi Dal (Lentil Soup with Fenugreek).
Aloo Methi/Potatoes with Fenugreek Leaves
Ingredients:
- 4-5 medium potatoes, peeled, cut into halves and then into half moons
- 1 onion, chopped in chunks
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
- 2 bunches of fresh methi/ fenugreek leaves, washed thoroughly and the root & the stiff parts of the stems removed; roughly chop the very tender parts of the stem and all the leaves
- 2 red dry chilli pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- salt
- 1 teaspoon red chilli powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons oil
Preparation:Heat oil in a pan. Add the cumin seeds and the red dry chilli pepper. When the seeds sizzle, add the garlic, onions and the fresh chopped methi/fenugreek. Add salt, turmeric and chili powder. Stir and cook for about 7-10 minutes at medium heat or till the onions are clear.
Add the sliced potatoes to the pan, toss everything together; drizzle some water (about 2 tablespoons) , cover till the potatoes are tender and cooked. They should be fork tender but not mushy and broken. Uncover and stir fry at high heat for about 3-4 minutes till the water is fully absorbed and the entire dish gets dry.
Serve hot with Roti or Paratha (or any flatbread).
This is an a very flavorful dish. If you do not get fresh fenugreek leaves, you may use the frozen leaves sold in the Indian groceries; they might not be as fresh and tender but is a possible substitute for fresh greens.
Related Posts:Dal Makhani/Lentils simmered in Creamy Tomato Sauce (flavored with kasuri methi)
Methi Dal/Lentil Soup with Fenugreek
Stir Fried Pui with Poppy Seeds
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January 31st, 2010 at 6:14 pm
love the combination of potatoes and fenugreek, it looks delicious. I only have dried fenugreek at home and I’m wondering if that would work?
January 31st, 2010 at 9:07 pm
This is one of our favorite combination. I pretty much make same way, except I use green chillies. This is the season we get real good Methi in the grocery.
January 31st, 2010 at 9:19 pm
My favorite combination too. When I make them for rotis, I usually add a tomato.
January 31st, 2010 at 9:28 pm
This is one of my favorite combination, i too make in similar way but i add little amchur powder as well, it gives nice tang
February 1st, 2010 at 2:35 am
That dish looks so tasty! Nice combination!
Cheers,
Rosa
February 1st, 2010 at 5:18 am
This is one of my favourite combination…absolutely great!
February 1st, 2010 at 5:18 am
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February 1st, 2010 at 5:32 am
For me with roties please. WIsh we got the leaves here.
February 1st, 2010 at 6:14 am
This sounds interesting. Must be really healthful with all that fresh Fenugreek!
February 1st, 2010 at 6:42 am
Can’t wait until Summer to grow some Methi, I miss it. Aloo Methi looks great.
February 1st, 2010 at 8:14 am
truly a favorite combination, ofcourse potatoes will just gel with any other vegetable ! Do visit my blog to find a diff kind of methi sabji !!
February 1st, 2010 at 10:08 am
Even I wonder why you didnt post this before…..this will go wonderfully with both phulko roti and daal-bhat !
February 1st, 2010 at 10:35 am
I also grow a lot of fenugreek leaves. even akhono bagane roeche. eta akmatro shaker dish ja die ruti khaoya jay. love it. tomar recipe tao bhalo aar click to as usual asadharon.
February 1st, 2010 at 11:11 am
As usual, always tasty dishes,Yum! I always used the fenugreek seeds and toast them.
February 1st, 2010 at 11:17 am
Aloo Methis is an all time fav, isn’t it ?
February 1st, 2010 at 12:51 pm
What a nice potato dish…never had this before…looks yummie full of flavor
February 1st, 2010 at 2:46 pm
Yum, looks delish! I love how Indian dish names are self-explanatory.
I’ve never seen fresh methi here.
February 1st, 2010 at 7:20 pm
what a terrific combo… so sorry soma.. haven’t had time to check out your blog…. happy new year to you and your family.
February 1st, 2010 at 10:23 pm
An almost regular dish … but so flavoursome. Shukno lonkar foron ta amar kache new … nischoi darun lagbe … ekbar try korbo.
February 2nd, 2010 at 6:29 am
These look heavenly!Something new to me.i will be having these for breakfast, thank you
February 2nd, 2010 at 10:33 am
for me anytime of the day, this dish is welcome…looks good….perfect for the season….I too posted methi dish today but not with alloo….though I’m going to make methi alloo today…
February 2nd, 2010 at 2:29 pm
I am planning to grow methi this spring/ summer, so I will be sure to keep this recipe in mind when I am thinking of stuff to make with them ! Looks delicious !
February 2nd, 2010 at 8:35 pm
This is one of my fav combinations with Aloo..Loved your pic
February 3rd, 2010 at 2:19 am
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February 3rd, 2010 at 7:29 pm
I make more or less same way except garlic,nice addition,will try next time!
February 11th, 2010 at 6:52 am
HI..i tried out this recipe…came out really well..thanks for sharing it. Do check it out when time permits
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