BATATA NU SHAAK / RASAVALU BATATA NU SHAAK (GUJARATI STYLE)

This is a Gujarati style curry(shaak) / gravy(rasavalu) with potato(batata). It has a distinct flavour, despite its simplicity.

INGREDIENTS:

Potato - 3

Tomato - 2

Mustard seeds - 1/4 tsp. 

Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp.

Turmeric powder - 1/8 tsp.

Chilli powder  - 3/4 tsp.

Coriander & cumin seeds powder - 1 tsp.

Garam masala powder - 1 tsp.

Asafoetida - a pinch

Oil - 4 tsp.

Salt - to taste

For garnishing: 

Coriander leaves - few

METHOD:

Peel and cut potato into cubes. Chop tomatoes.  In a pressure pan, heat oil. Add mustard seeds, when they crackle add cumin seeds, turmeric powder and  tomatoes. Sauté for a minute. Now add all other ingredients and mix well. Add a cup of water. Pressure cook in high flame for 2 whistles. Garnish with coriander leaves. Serve hot  with phulkas and pooris. Goes well with hot rice.