Durga Puja Durga Puja 2025: Cook The Traditional Bengali Aloo Posto In Simple Steps
Celebrate Durga Puja 2025 with authentic Bengali flavours by cooking Aloo Posto. Follow this simple recipe with easy steps and ingredients for a traditional festive dish.
35 Mins
Total time
20 Mins
Cook Time
15 Mins
Prep Time
4 People
Serves
Easy Difficulty
Veg
Diet
Ingredients
- 4 Piece Potato (boiled, medium)
- 4 Tablespoon Posto (poppy seeds)
- 2 Piece Green Chilli
- 2.5 Tablespoon Mustard Oil
- 1 Teaspoon Kalonji
- 0.5 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- Salt
- Water
Main Procedure
Step 1
Take the poppy seeds and soak them in warm water for about 15 minutes. Once done, drain and grind them with green chillies and a few drops of mustard oil. Turn it into a smooth paste.
Step 2
Take a kadhai, and heat mustard oil in it. Add kalonji and let them crackle.
Step 3
Toss in the boiled, cubed potatoes. Sprinkle turmeric and salt. Mix well so that the potatoes are evenly coated.
Step 4
Add in the posto. Add water to adjust the consistency and cook on low flame for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Once the oil separates and the potatoes absorb the flavour, switch off the flame.
Step 6
Serve the traditional Bengali Aloo Posto hot with steamed rice.