Bombay potatoes or Bombay aloo is an easy version of traditional jeera aloo. This Indian potato fry recipe is crispy and delicious. Actually aloo fry forms a base of many curries where other veggies are mixed with potatoes once they are cooked. Beans, okra, aubergine,peas, fenugreek and peppers. You can make it as a side for any yellow lentils. You can also use it as main course if you are in a rush. It tastes great with some yogurt or pickle too.
Potatoes are so versatile. Boil them, mash them roast them, everything looks fabulous with them. Learn to make this easy crispy aloo fry recipe here. There are other recipes that you can make with potato in the airfryer such as air fryer potato skins , air fryer potato chips or air fryer smashed potatoes.
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Ingredients
- potatoes -You can use any kind of potatoes for this Bombay aloo recipe. Red potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, King Edward, Russet and Sebago all taste good. You can also make it with baby potatoes.
- oil -I prefer using avocado oil or rice bran oil. Use an oil with high smoking point, sesame oil, macadamia oil are good other options.
- cumin seeds
- coriander powder
- turmeric powder- You can also use curry powder if you do not have turmeric powder handy.
- garam masala powder
- paprika or red chilli powder
- salt as per taste.
Kindly refer to the recipe card for the exact quantities.
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Instructions
Follow the below instructions to make aloo fry in air fryer .
- Peel and cut the potatoes in cubes,Soak them in cold water for 3-4 hours.You may use them directly without soaking, Soaking helps to get more crispier potatoes.
- Drain the water from the potatoes.
- Toss the potato pieces with 1 tablespoon oil (no ,salt/seasoning now)
- Preheat the air fryer at 190 deg C for 5 mins. Place them in the tray in a single layer in the preheated air fryer.
- Air fry the potato cubes at 190 deg C for 12-13 mins, stirring once/twice in between using a spatula.
- Make the seasoning mix in a bowl with 1 tbsp. oil.
- Add the potatoes to the bowl.
- Toss the potatoes in it.
- Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Continue to cook at 190 deg C for 8-10 minutes or until you get the desired crispness(optionally spray oil once between the cook)
- Serve immediately.
Air fried Bombay potatoes recipe | Air fryer Bombay potato recipe
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- ½ kg potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2-3 tbsp. olive oil / vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp. cumin seeds
- ¼ teaspoon Turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon garam masala powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt as per taste
Instructions
- Cube the potatoes and soak them in cold water for 3-4 hours. Soaking is optional, but it helps make the potatoes crispier.
- Remove the water from the potatoes.Coat the potato pieces with 1 tablespoon of oil (no salt or seasoning yet).
- Set the air fryer to 190 deg C and let it preheat for 5 minutes. Arrange them in the preheated air fryer tray in a single layer.
- Cook the potato cubes in an air fryer at 190 deg C for 12-13 mins, stirring occasionally with a spatula.
- Combine the seasoning mix in a bowl using 1 tbsp. oil.
- Put the potatoes in the bowl. Coat the potatoes with it.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes at 190 deg C or until desired crispness is achieved. (If desired, apply a light coat of oil during cooking.)
- Serve immediately with basmati rice or naan bread.
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Variation
There are many ways of making this Indian potato recipe. Traditionally, it is made in a skillet. You can add any tempering to this potato fry Indian recipe. You may use mustard seeds while others use both cumin and mustard. Some people make it with boiled potatoes and they fry them with little oil in a skillet. Others like to add minced garlic and dried mango powder to the curry. Some even like to add onions and tomatoes to it. That is the versatility Indian cuisine offers.
If you do not have many Indian spices use a medley of curry powder, garlic powder, onion powder. Add a dash of fresh lemon juice instead of dry mango powder. Season it with black pepper if you do not have red chili powder at home.
Storage
Store it in airtight container. It lasts in refrigerator for 3-4 days. However, it is very likely you will finish this on same day.
FAQ
The varieties that work well include the following.
Russet
Yukon Gold
Kind Edward
Royal Dutch cream
Royal blue / Purple
Depending on where you live, you will find one variety or other. I have even tried with plain brushed potatoes and it turned out well once I soaked the potato cubes in water for 3-4 hours. Using a specific variety as mentioned above with give more crispier potato fry
Conclusion: crispy air fryer Bombay potatoes is a delicious side dish which shows the how tasty and versatile Indian food is. After all, who doesn't love a good bowl of golden brown crispy potatoes!
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