Potato Moringa Leaves Stir Fry
Simple Indian stir fry with potatoes (aloo), fresh moringa (drumstick leaves), and a few spices
Servings 3
Calories 358kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green chili chopped
- a pinch asafoetida (hing) skip for gluten-free
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 large potatoes (aloo) cut into ¾ inch pieces (around 300 grams)
- 2-2.5 cups moringa (drumstick leaves) tightly packed, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- salt as per taste
- ¼ cup water as needed
Instructions
- Heat oil in a heavy bottom pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Next, add green chili, minced garlic, asafoetida, and saute for a few secs.
- Next, add onions and saute until onions turn light brown.
- Then add cubed potatoes, turmeric powder, and salt, mix and saute for 2-3 minutes. Add ¼ cup of water, cover, and cook the potatoes for 5 to 6 minutes until they are fork-tender. You may stir once or twice in between.
- Add chopped moringa leaves and mix very well. Continue to cook for another 4 to 5 minutes uncovered (keep stirring in between), till the leaves wilt, the moisture dries out, and the potatoes are perfectly cooked.
- Lastly, add some garam masala and mix very well. Turn off the heat.
- Serve Aloo Moringa with roti or bread of your choice.
Notes
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 1065mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 379mg | Calcium: 727mg | Iron: 3mg