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A classic Karnataka-style potato curry, creamy and mildly spiced with a fresh coconut and green chili masala. This comforting dish is the perfect side for fluffy pooris, chapatis, or dosas.
For 4 servings
Cook and Prepare Potatoes
Roast and Grind the Masala Paste
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A classic Karnataka-style potato curry, creamy and mildly spiced with a fresh coconut and green chili masala. This comforting dish is the perfect side for fluffy pooris, chapatis, or dosas.
This south_indian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 286.27 calories per serving with 5.5g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or dinner or side.
Prepare the Saagu Base
Combine and Simmer
Garnish and Serve
Add 1 cup of mixed vegetables like carrots, green peas, and French beans along with the potatoes for a more nutritious version.
For a Sattvic version, you can skip the onion and garlic. The taste will be slightly different but still delicious.
Use coconut oil instead of vegetable oil for the tempering to impart a more authentic and aromatic South Indian flavor.
Add a pinch of sugar (about 1/4 tsp) along with the salt to balance the tangy and spicy flavors, a common practice in restaurants.
Potatoes provide complex carbohydrates, which are the body's primary source of fuel, making this a fulfilling and energizing meal.
Spices like turmeric (containing curcumin), ginger, and garlic have potent anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce inflammation in the body.
The use of fresh coconut provides medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of healthy fat that is easily digested and can provide quick energy.
Ingredients like ginger, cumin, and asafoetida are traditionally known to stimulate digestive enzymes, aid digestion, and prevent bloating.
Approximately 320-350 calories per serving (1 cup), depending on the amount of oil and coconut used. This estimate is based on the specified ingredients.
Potato Saagu is moderately healthy. It provides complex carbohydrates for energy from potatoes, healthy fats from coconut, and beneficial compounds from spices like turmeric and ginger. However, it is calorie-dense, so portion control is recommended for a balanced diet.
Yes, this recipe is naturally vegan and dairy-free as it uses vegetable oil and does not contain any milk products.
You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The gravy will thicken upon cooling, so you may need to add a splash of hot water while reheating.
Yes, you can substitute fresh coconut with an equal amount of desiccated coconut. For best results, soak the desiccated coconut in 2-3 tablespoons of warm water for 15 minutes before grinding to rehydrate it.
Potato Saagu is a versatile side dish. It is traditionally served with poori (puffy fried bread) but also pairs exceptionally well with chapati, roti, set dosa, rava dosa, and even plain steamed rice.