Aloo Wadiyan Rasedaar

Aloo Wadiyan Rasedaar is a delicious Indian dish made with potatoes and sun-dried lentil dumplings (wadiyan) cooked in a flavorful and spicy tomato-based gravy. Here's a simple recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

For Wadiyan:

• 1 cup urad dal (black gram lentils), soaked for 4-6 hours
• 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• Salt to taste
• Oil for greasing

For Aloo Wadiyan Rasedaar:

• 4-5 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup Wadiyan (sun-dried lentil dumplings)
• 2 medium-sized onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust according to taste)
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Wadiyan:

   • Grind soaked urad dal into a smooth paste.
   • Add chopped green chilies, cumin seeds, and salt to the paste. Mix well.
   • Grease a plate or tray with oil.
   • Spread the urad dal mixture on the greased plate evenly.
   • Allow it to dry in the sunlight for a day or until it becomes hard and dry.
   • Once dried, cut the mixture into small bite-sized pieces, and your wadiyan are ready.

2. Cook Wadiyan:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan.
   • Add the wadiyan pieces and sauté until they turn golden brown.
   • Remove the wadiyan from the pan and set aside.

3. Prepare Aloo Wadiyan Rasedaar:

   • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan.
   • Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
   • Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
   • Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.
   • Add diced potatoes and sauté for a few minutes.
   • Add water as needed and cover the pan. Cook until the potatoes are tender.
   • Add the sautéed wadiyan pieces and garam masala. Mix gently.
   • Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the flavors blend well.
   • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

4. Serve:

   • Serve Aloo Wadiyan Rasedaar hot with chapati, naan, or rice.

Enjoy your delicious Aloo Wadiyan Rasedaar! Adjust the spice levels according to your taste preferences.