Assamese · serves 2

Aloo Pitika

Assamese mashed potato with raw mustard oil. Five ingredients, ten minutes, oddly addictive.

12 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes, boiled
  • 1 onion, very finely chopped
  • 3 green chillies, chopped
  • 3 tbsp raw mustard oil
  • Coriander
  • Salt

Method

  1. Mash the hot potatoes completely smooth. No lumps.
  2. Add the raw onion, green chillies, coriander and salt.
  3. Now the mustard oil — raw, straight from the bottle, not heated. That sharpness is the entire dish.
  4. Mix with your hands, not a spoon.
  5. Shape into a mound. Eat with hot rice and dal.

Questions people ask about Aloo Pitika

How long does Aloo Pitika take?

About 12 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. That is start-to-finish, so it works on a weeknight when you have not planned anything.

What can I use instead of potato in Aloo Pitika?

Use waxy potatoes hold their shape, floury ones fall apart. For curries you want waxy.

Can I make Aloo Pitika ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Aloo Pitika vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

What do you serve with Aloo Pitika?

Eat with hot rice and dal. It serves two as written. Double everything to feed four, but use a wider pan so the food still browns rather than steams.

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