Potato podimas, Tamil, Urulai Kizhangu Podimas,
Potato is one of my favorite veggies. And I love the potato in any form. And this variety is just the perfect way to cook and enjoy this amazing Potato podimas in Tamil Style, Urulai Kizhangu Podimas.
Servings 2 people
Calories 249kcal
Ingredients
- 3 big sized potatoes or 5 small ones cut very finely
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds / jeera
- 1/4 tsp fennel seeds / saunf / sambu
- 1 sprig of curry leaves
- 2 - 3 whole dry red chili
- 1 medium sized onion, finely chopped
Make a paste
- 1 pod small garlic
- 3 - 4 whole dry red chili
Instructions
- Heat oil in a kadai. Add the cumin seeds, fennel seeds, curry leaves and dry red chili. Give it a stir and add the onions. Fry till the onions are lightly brown in color.
- Next add the finely chopped potatoes. Cook on high heat till all the moisture is absorbed from the potatoes and they start turning brown.
- Reduce the flame and cook with lid closed. Stir frequently in between. Switch off the flame when the potatoes turn soft and are cooked.
- Serve hot with some dal and rice.
Notes
Cut the potato into really small pieces. If you want to save time, then simply boil or pressure cook the potatoes and mash them lightly.
You can also crush the garlic and chili with a stone pestle. The flavor and aroma will be really amazing.
Nutrition
Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 40.8g | Protein: 5.7g | Fat: 7.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 378mg | Fiber: 6.6g | Sugar: 7.6g | Calcium: 490mg | Iron: 0.2mg