Step 1

Boil the potatoes until done - 7 to 8 whistles on high heat on regular pressure cooker or 10 mins on high pressure in Instant Pot with natural pressure release. You can also boil them on stove-top pan until done.They shouldn't crumble once boiled and should still be able to hold their shape.

Step 2

Once boiled, peel the potatoes and chop them into cubes. Set it aside.

Step 3

Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Once the oil is hot add the cumin seeds, let them sizzle. Immediately lower the heat so that cumin seeds don't burn.

Step 4

Then add the crushed coriander seeds and hing (if using) and saute for few seconds.

Step 5

Add the green chili and ginger and saute for a minute until the ginger starts changing color.

Step 6

Add in the boiled and cubed potatoes to the pan and toss with the spices.

Step 7

Add turmeric, red chili powder and salt. Toss to combine potatoes with all the spices.

Step 8

Let the potatoes cook for 2 to 3 minutes on medium heat, then add the chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Squeeze in fresh lemon juice to finish it off.

Step 10

Garnish with more cilantro and serve jeera aloo with paratha or as a side dish with dal and rice.