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Farali Aloo Sabzi

Recipe by Abhinay Gupta on InstagramAdded 1 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 30 to cook. A flavorful, fasting-friendly potato dish spiced with green chilies, cumin, and black pepper. The potatoes are simmered in a light broth until tender, then finished with fresh herbs for a bright finish. Perfect as a hearty side for a festive Indian meal.

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Farali Aloo Sabzi by Abhinay Gupta, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds, letting them sizzle.

  2. Add chopped green chilies and sauté briefly.

  3. Add cubed potatoes and stir to coat with the tempered spices.

  4. Add green onions to the pan and stir briefly.

  5. Season with black pepper and salt.

  6. Pour water into the pan, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender and the liquid has reduced.

  7. Stir occasionally during simmering.

  8. Garnish with chopped green herbs and serve hot with bread.

Tips while you cook

Cover while simmering
Keep the pan covered during the simmer to retain moisture and cook the potatoes evenly.
Stir occasionally
Stir the potatoes a few times while they simmer to prevent sticking.
Coat potatoes with spices first
Add the cubed potatoes after tempering the cumin and chilies.
Garnish just before serving
Add the chopped green herbs right before serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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