Authentic Maharashtrian Batata Rassa with Warm Pav
A comforting, spiced potato curry bathed in a thin, aromatic gravy that celebrates rustic Maharashtrian flavors. Perfectly paired with soft buttered pav, it makes a wonderfully satisfying street-style meal.
40min
Total Time
4
Servings
Maharashtrian
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and splutter the mustard and cumin seeds.
2
Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent and lightly golden.
3
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute until the raw aroma disappears.
4
Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and goda masala, cooking until oil separates from the masala paste.
5
Add the cubed boiled potatoes and toss well to coat them in the aromatic spice mixture.
6
Pour in three cups of water to create a thin gravy, season with salt, and bring to a boil.
7
Simmer on medium-low heat for about 10 to 12 minutes so the flavors meld together.
8
Garnish generously with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
9
Serve piping hot alongside warm, buttered pav buns.
Ingredients
4 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled, and roughly cubed
2 tablespoons oil or ghee
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon goda masala or garam masala
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
3 cups water
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Salt to taste
8 soft pav buns
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