Khatte Meethe Aloo

When it comes to Navratri fasting, food is not just about keeping the stomach full but also about nourishing the body and keeping the spirit of devotion alive. Among the many vrat-friendly dishes, Khatte Meethe Aloo (Sweet and Tangy Potatoes) holds a special place. This simple yet flavourful potato curry combines the tanginess of tamarind or lemon with the natural sweetness of jaggery, creating a perfect balance of taste. It is light on the stomach, easy to make, and an absolute delight during fasting days.

Navratri is a festival of devotion, joy, and cultural significance where people observe fasts and avoid grains, onions, and garlic. Instead, they rely on ingredients like potatoes, rock salt (sendha namak), curd, fruits, and vrat-friendly spices. In this scenario, Khatte Meethe Aloo becomes a favorite because it is quick, satisfying, and made with minimal ingredients available during fasting.

This vrat recipe is not just about taste—it also brings health benefits. Potatoes provide energy to keep you active throughout the day, while jaggery aids digestion and keeps weakness at bay. The addition of tamarind or lemon juice enhances digestion and adds a refreshing tangy twist. Moreover, when garnished with fresh coriander leaves and served with kuttu ki puri, rajgira paratha, or simply eaten on its own, it makes for a wholesome vrat meal.

Khatte Meethe Aloo is not just limited to fasting; it can also be enjoyed as a regular side dish with chapati or rice on non-fasting days. Its lip-smacking flavor makes it a hit across all age groups, especially kids who love its sweet-and-sour taste.

So, this Navratri, add a little twist of flavor to your fasting platter with this delightful Khatta Meetha Aloo recipe. It will not only satisfy your taste buds but also keep your vrat meals exciting . Check out the recipe below.

Ingredients

Boiled potatoes -2-3 nos

Green chillies-1 no

Ginger-1 inch piece

Red chilli powder-1/2-3/4 tsp

Coriander powder-1/2 tsp

Black salt -1/8 tsp

Chaat masala-1/8 tsp

Salt to taste

Tamarind paste -1/2-1 tsp

Coriander leaves -few

Curry leaves-few

Oil -1/2 tsp

Ghee-1/2 tsp

Recipe Video

Method

👉Wash, peel and cut the potatoes to bite sized pieces and boil them until 3/4 done set aside .

👉Heat oil+ghee in a kadai add cumin seeds, green chillies, ginger, curry leaves and allow it to splutter.

👉Add the boiled potatoes and saute for 2-4 minutes in medium heat.

👉Now add turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, black salt, chat masala, required salt and tamarind paste and little water and mix everything until well combined.