In our homes, whenever someone set out on a journey, their tiffin always carried simple yet flavourful Safri Khana (Traveler's Tiffin) — Tilwale Aloo and Roti!
These travel-friendly potatoes are dry, aromatic, and stay fresh for hours without onion or garlic. Finished with kalonji, white sesame seeds, and fresh lemon juice, they capture the timeless tradition of home-cooked comfort on the move.
Ingredients List
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| Sr. | Weight | Units | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| • | 750 | g | Potatoes, cut into medium pieces |
| • | 120 | ml | Cooking oil (½ cup) |
| • | 5 | g | Cumin seeds / jeera (1 tsp) |
| • | 5 | g | Crushed coriander seeds / akha dhania (1 tsp) |
| • | 2 | stems | Curry leaves |
| • | 15 | g | Green chillies, slit & deseeded (5–6 nos) |
| • | 10 | g | Turmeric powder (2 tsp) |
| • | 10 | g | Salt, to taste |
| • | 10 | g | Nigella seeds / kalonji (1 tbsp) |
| • | 15 | g | White sesame seeds / til (2 tbsp) |
| • | 30 | ml | Lemon juice (1 lemon) |
| • | 20 | g | Fresh coriander leaves, chopped |
Method / Instructions
- 1. Sauté Aromatised Potatoes: Heat oil in a preheated kadai on high heat (prevents sticking), add cumin seeds, crushed coriander seeds, curry leaves, and deseeded green chillies. Add cubed potatoes and sauté on medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes.
- 2. Dum Cook: When potatoes are 50% tender, mix in turmeric powder and salt. Cover and dum cook on low heat for 10 minutes, checking and stirring in between.
- 3. Finish & Pack: Toss the potatoes, splash fresh lemon juice, adjust salt, and sprinkle kalonji, white sesame seeds (til), and chopped coriander. Mix well. Serve warm or slightly cooled with soft rotis or theplas! Jamjo ane Jamarjo!
Nutrition Facts (Per 100 gms servings)
| Nutrient (Basic) | Amount (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 🔥 Calories | 165 Kcal |
| 💪 Protein | 3.0 g |
| 🌾 Carbohydrates | 22.5 g |
| 🥑 Total Fat | 7.8 g |
| 🧈 Saturated Fat | 0.9 g |
| 🌱 Dietary Fibre | 3.2 g |
| 🍬 Total Sugars | 1.2 g |
| 🧂 Sodium | 290 mg |
*Disclaimer: The nutritional values provided here are estimates generated for reference only and may vary based on exact ingredient brands and preparation techniques. Please calculate your nutrition independently if following a strict diet.
Chef's Notes & Tips
Chef’s Note
- Preheating the kadai on high before adding oil prevents potatoes from sticking to the pan.
- Do not add onion or garlic, as they will spoil quickly in a traveler's tiffin (Safri Khana).
Tips & Tricks
- Tilwale Aloo taste best when slightly cooled and pair wonderfully with soft rotis or theplas for long journeys.
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