Mummy’s tip
This Thursday classic uses the same dependable masala base as chana bateta.
Vegetarian
Bateta jo Saak
Potato curry
Quick, easy, tasty – That’s would I would use to describe Mummy’s cooking. A classic (usually on Thurdays) would be Bateta jo sak (potato curry) [You’ll notice a similarity to the chic-pea curry – it’s all with the same base]
Total time35 minConfidenceEasyOriginal recipe2015
from the family albumSay it
Bateta jo Saak
bah-TEH-tah jo SAH-k
Make it yours
- Add hot water for a looser saak, or leave it out for a dry masala.
At the family table
Bateta jo Saak was a Thursday classic in this family kitchen, proof that everyday food can hold the strongest memories.
Make
Let’s cook
Directions – Part 1
- 01
Boil potatoes until cooked.
- 02
Cut potatoes into small cubes and set aside
Directions – Part 2
- 01
Heat oil on medium high heat
- 02
Sauté curry leaves, mustard seeds, chili, until the seeds pop
- 03
Add tomato, salt, turmeric, dhanna jero and cook for 2 minutes
- 04
Add tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes
- 05
Add potatoes, coriander and combine
- 06
– If you like a dry masala, you’re done
- 07
– If you like a runny masala, add hot water and simmer for 10 minutes
At the table
Serve with a chevero, chips, and tamarind chutney
Keep cooking
