What Can I Cook With Potato?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with potato
Got potato in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Potato
What Can I Cook With Potato And...
🧅🍅With Onion + Tomato:
- →Potato Curry
- →Aloo Gobi
- →Aloo Sabzi
- →Bombay Potatoes
- →Dum Aloo
🍚With Rice:
- →Potato Biryani
- →Aloo Pulao
- →Potato Fried Rice
🍞With Bread / Roti:
- →Aloo Paratha
- →Potato Sandwich
- →Aloo Kulcha
Common Mistakes When Cooking Potato
- ✕Don't boil potatoes too long - they become mushy and fall apart
- ✕Salt the water when boiling for better flavor
- ✕Cut potatoes into equal sizes for even cooking
- ✕Soak cut potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch for crispier fries
- ✕Don't skip drying potatoes after washing - moisture prevents crisping
How to Store Potato
Store potatoes in a cool, dark, dry place. They last 2-3 weeks at room temperature.
Learn more about potato storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with only potato and onion?
You can make Aloo Bhujia, Potato Stir-fry, Aloo Tikki, or simple Jeera Aloo with just potatoes, onions, and basic spices.
Can I eat potato raw?
No, raw potatoes contain resistant starch and solanine which can cause digestive issues. Always cook potatoes before eating.
What is the fastest dish to make with potato?
Jeera Aloo is the fastest - boil potatoes, then sauté with cumin seeds and salt. Takes about 15-20 minutes total.
Can potatoes be frozen?
Raw potatoes don't freeze well, but cooked potatoes (mashed, roasted, or fried) can be frozen for up to 10-12 months.
What spices go well with potato?
Cumin, turmeric, coriander, red chili, garam masala, amchur (dry mango powder), and chaat masala all work great with potatoes.