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126 baby potatoes, chote aloo recipes | recipes using baby potatoes | Indian baby potatoes recipes |
126 baby potatoes, chote aloo recipes | recipes using baby potatoes | Indian baby potatoes recipes |. Baby potatoes are well, babies! They are potatoes that are removed from the soil before they are mature, and like babies are sweet-natured, baby potatoes are sweeter than the full-grown potatoes too. That sounds like an awful analogy but it does serve the purpose of explaining what baby potatoes are.
Small and pretty, the baby potatoes have a white inside covered by a light brown peel that is very thin. They can be had peeled or unpeeled. While the peeled ones are more on the sweetish side, the unpeeled one has a nice nutty tinge to it. The slightly sweetish taste of baby potatoes combines beautifully with most herbs and seasonings making it a very popular ingredient, especially for curries and starters.
Baby potatoes are available commonly all over the world, and can be used in both Indian and continental dishes. You can make much more than just curries and starters with it, as you are just about to discover.
5 Things to know about baby potatoes
1. Baby potatoes taste similar to regular potatoes but they have a tender, mildly sweeter taste.
2. In fact, if you cannot find baby potatoes, you can use regular potatoes cut into cubes.
3. Nevertheless, baby potatoes do look cute and dainty and are a pleasant addition to any recipe.
4. It is very important to wash your baby potatoes well and remove any green patches before cooking.
5. You must cook the baby potatoes in salted water or they will have a bland taste.
9 Popular dishes made with baby potatoes
| 1. | Starters |
| 2. | Khichdi |
| 3. | Biryani |
| 4. | Pulaos |
| 5. | Baked dishes |
| 6. | Subzi |
| 7. | Chaats |
| 8. | Salads |
| 9. | Tikka |
How do you select and cook your baby potatoes?
Make sure your baby potatoes are firm and free of dirt, grime or any blemishes. Check that the skin is smooth and doesn't have mild green patches. The green patches indicate the presence of solanine – a toxic pigment that should be removed before cooking. Try to pick baby potatoes of the same size so that they will cook uniformly.
Cooking your baby potatoes:
• Wash the baby potatoes well.
• Boil them in enough salted water in a pressure cooker for at least 3 whistles.
• You can also boil them in a regular open vessel on the gas stove but it will take a long time.
Go ahead and enjoy baby potatoes
The baby potatoes can be used whole or halved, peeled or unpeeled. You can simply peel the potatoes, season them with a little salt and pepper and enjoy right away, or you can use the baby potatoes in other dishes.
Top 10 Indian Baby Potato Recipes
Wondering where to start? The Dum Aloo is unarguably one of the most popular recipes using baby potatoes! It is made in different ways in different regions. You can try the restaurant style Dum Aloo, or the way it is made in Kashmir or Banaras. You will see distinct differences in the flavor and texture of these dishes.
1. Dum Aloo
dum aloo recipe | restaurant style dum aloo | Punjabi dum aloo | dum aloo curry
2. Aloo Chaat
3. Dum Aloo Banarasi
4. Kashmiri Dum Aloo
Looking so attractive and being so tasty, baby potatoes are perfect to make chaats with. Its mild taste is also a good playing ground for the chatpata flavors of the chutneys and spice powders!
5. Aloo Tuk
Aloo Tuk, Sindhi Aloo Tuk Recipe
It fits into khichdis, curries, and more…
7. Khichdi, Bengali Style
8. Tandoori Aloo
9. Lahori Aloo
10. Aloo Paneer Mutter Chaat
aloo paneer chaat matar recipe | chatpata aloo paneer chaat in 15 minutes | fried aloo paneer chaat | potato paneer chaat snack |
Thankfully, this tasty ingredient is also healthy! Baby potatoes are low in calories and naturally fat-free and cholesterol free. They are also a good source of fibre and minerals, not to forget a moderate dose of vitamins like folate, Vitamin C, B1 and B6. These keep your nervous system, heart, bones, gums and teeth healthy, and help resist infection and stress.
All the more reason to go for these yummy and attractive potatoes! Have them soft and succulent, crisp and scrumptious, mildly seasoned or spicy, whichever way you like. You can discover many more recipes with baby potatoes on our website.
Health benefits of baby potatoes, chote aloo
Baby potatoes being high in simple carbohydrates which can lead to weight gain and are not good for people with diabetes and obesity. Potatoes are recommended for malnourished children and people with low weight. See full details on why potatoes are bad for you.
Enjoy our 126 baby potatoes, chote aloo recipes | recipes using baby potatoes | Indian baby potatoes recipes | below.
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25 October, 2010
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12 March, 2011
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12 March, 2012
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29 June, 2012
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10 September, 2012
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Baby potatoes coated in a sesame seed paste that is sautéed till it is crisp. This dish has … More..
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17 October, 2012
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This is a street side snack from central india. "puri bhaji" was everyone’s favourite dish for breakfast, especially … More..
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03 March, 2013
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03 July, 2013
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08 August, 2013
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19 January, 2014
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Fibre-rich unskinned potatoes and colourful green peas make a healthy and filling salad. Green peas are a storehouse … More..
Recipe# 945
20 March, 2014
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25 March, 2014
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Visually appealing and delicious, the til in this chaat is a perfect calcium boost and hence a healthy … More..
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11 August, 2014
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Delicious masala-stuffed vegetables, rice and dal are carefully cooked together in this one of a kind recipe. A … More..
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22 August, 2014
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Stuffing vegetables with masala mixtures before sautéing is a common practice in Indian cuisine, as it imparts a … More..
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24 September, 2014
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A mouth-watering delicacy of baby potatoes tossed with butter and dill! While the strong flavour of dill is … More..
Recipe# 1009
05 May, 2015
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Baby potatoes are a perfect match for greens and herbs, as its neutral flavour and soft texture combines … More..
Recipe# 4238
27 October, 2015
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Tilwale Aloo recipe | Til Aloo Sabzi | Sesame Baby Potatoes | Tilwale Aloo, also known as Til Aloo … More..
Recipe# 2566
31 October, 2015
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Nothing can stop you from grabbing a Mini Chatpata Aloo as soon as your eyes rest on this … More..
Recipe# 1251
02 November, 2015
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Baby potatoes and green peas – what a luscious and pleasant treat to the palate! A mild, pleasantly-flavoured … More..
Recipe# 4318
12 April, 2016
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The very sight of the Baby Potatoes and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry is appetising. The chunky veggies with the … More..
Recipe# 6444
09 July, 2016
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When your tummy grumbles and your taste buds salivate, yearning for a tasty and exotic snack, the Cheesy … More..
Recipe# 6653
09 January, 2017
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22 March, 2017
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Recipe# 2246
22 March, 2017
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Harissa is a spicy North African Sauce made with roasted red peppers or red chillies. In this fiery … More..
Recipe# 6821
03 April, 2017
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Baby potatoes bathed in a creamy curd-based dressing, this salad is truly irresistible. Dill gives the dressing a … More..
Recipe# 5441
15 June, 2017
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A delectable salad that is best served chilled. The combined flavour of spinach and garlic sets it a … More..
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Pretty potato baskets filled with a tangy rajma filling makes interesting finger food. Baked with cheese on top, … More..
calories per serving
Paneer, capsicum, onions and potatoes dunked in a rich curd based, mint flavoured marinade makes a delicious starter. … More..
calories per serving
Extra spicy to complement the chill weather of the mountains, this kashmiri curry is popular all over the … More..
calories per serving
Satays are a classic oriental accompaniment featuring on most sizzler plates. Think different, and try them as an … More..
calories per serving
This is one of my favourite recipes. I store the marinade in the refrigerator to whip up this … More..
calories per serving
Baby potatoes tossed in a spicy paste and then wrapped up with a flavoured curd dressing – let’s … More..
calories per serving
Baby potatoes coated in a sesame seed paste that is sautéed till it is crisp. This dish has … More..
calories per serving
This is a street side snack from central india. "puri bhaji" was everyone’s favourite dish for breakfast, especially … More..
calories per serving
Here’s a smashing combination of baby potatoes and sesame seeds that is jazzed up with a combination of … More..
calories per serving
Succulent baby potatoes coated with dill, parsley and cheese. The herb potatoes can be enjoyed as cocktail snack … More..
calories per serving
Fibre-rich unskinned potatoes and colourful green peas make a healthy and filling salad. Green peas are a storehouse … More..
calories per serving
Visually appealing and delicious, the til in this chaat is a perfect calcium boost and hence a healthy … More..
calories per serving
Delicious masala-stuffed vegetables, rice and dal are carefully cooked together in this one of a kind recipe. A … More..
calories per serving
Stuffing vegetables with masala mixtures before sautéing is a common practice in Indian cuisine, as it imparts a … More..
calories per serving
A mouth-watering delicacy of baby potatoes tossed with butter and dill! While the strong flavour of dill is … More..
calories per serving
Baby potatoes are a perfect match for greens and herbs, as its neutral flavour and soft texture combines … More..
calories per serving
Tilwale Aloo recipe | Til Aloo Sabzi | Sesame Baby Potatoes | Tilwale Aloo, also known as Til Aloo … More..
calories per serving
Nothing can stop you from grabbing a Mini Chatpata Aloo as soon as your eyes rest on this … More..
calories per serving
Baby potatoes and green peas – what a luscious and pleasant treat to the palate! A mild, pleasantly-flavoured … More..
calories per serving
The very sight of the Baby Potatoes and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry is appetising. The chunky veggies with the … More..
calories per serving
When your tummy grumbles and your taste buds salivate, yearning for a tasty and exotic snack, the Cheesy … More..
calories per serving
Just a sprig of coriander is enough to pep up a dish. Imagine a recipe that is characterised … More..
calories per serving
Harissa is a spicy North African Sauce made with roasted red peppers or red chillies. In this fiery … More..
calories per serving
Baby potatoes bathed in a creamy curd-based dressing, this salad is truly irresistible. Dill gives the dressing a … More..
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