Potato Chilli Fry recipe | Chilli Pepper Potatoes

Introduction

This tutorial walks you through preparing a delicious and quick Potato Chilli Fry, a simple dish that makes a perfect side for any meal. Inspired by a traditional recipe from the creator's grandmother, this dish is easy to make and packed with flavor, ideal for busy days.

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients

Before you start cooking, ensure you have all the necessary ingredients ready:

• 5 tablespoons oil
• 3 medium onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
• 4 green chillies, slit
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper powder
• 4 medium potatoes, cut into small cubes
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 2 medium capsicum (bell peppers), cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Step 2: Sauté the Onions

1. Place a deep pan on medium heat.
2. Add 5 tablespoons of oil to the pan.
3. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onions.
4. Fry the onions for 3 to 4 minutes until they become translucent.

Step 3: Add Aromatics and Chillies

1. Stir in 1 teaspoon of ginger garlic paste and the slit green chillies.
2. Fry this mixture for about 1 minute to release the flavors.

Step 4: Incorporate the Potatoes and Seasonings

1. Add the cubed potatoes to the pan.
2. Sprinkle in 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper powder.
3. Stir everything well to combine the ingredients.

Step 5: Cook the Potatoes

1. Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low.
2. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the potatoes to soften.

Step 6: Add Tomatoes and Capsicum

1. Open the lid and stir the potato mixture.
2. Add the chopped tomatoes and cubed capsicum to the pan.
3. Mix everything thoroughly.
4. Stir in the chopped coriander leaves.

Step 7: Final Cooking

1. Cover the pan again and cook on low heat for another 8 minutes.
2. Check the potatoes to ensure they are cooked through.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

1. Once cooked, garnish with additional coriander leaves.
2. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Conclusion

You’ve now made a tasty Potato Chilli Fry that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish. This quick recipe is perfect for meals with rotis or rice. Feel free to experiment with the level of spice by adjusting the amount of green chillies. Enjoy your cooking!