Poori + this potato masala = pure heaven! 😍
This No Onion No Garlic Potato Marsala is one of those recipes that has been a family favorite for as long as I can remember.
Whenever I need a quick no onion no garlic dish — this is my first thought. Always.
The secret? I always keep boiled potatoes handy — so this masala comes together in just minutes. Hot puris, this masala, the whole family around the table — that’s our kind of happiness. ❤️
Simple, comforting, and made with love — just the way home cooking should be. 🥔
Why You’ll Love This No Onion No Garlic Potato Marsala
🥔 Family favorite — our most loved no onion no garlic recipe
⚡ Ready in minutes — especially if you have boiled potatoes ready
🌿 No onion no garlic — pure, clean flavours perfect for fasting days too
🫙 Asafoetida is the secret — don’t skip it, it gives this masala a beautiful depth
🍅 Mix of country and regular tomatoes — the perfect tangy base
🫓 Goes with everything — puri, chapati, jeera rice and even dosa
How to Make No Onion No Garlic Potato Marsala
So simple and quick — especially if your potatoes are already boiled!
Step 1 — Build the base:
Heat oil and add jeera, crushed coriander seeds, green chilli, ginger and asafoetida together.
Sauté well — don’t skip the asafoetida, it gives this masala such a lovely flavour!
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.
Step 2 — Add the masala:
Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder and salt.
Add 5 boiled chopped potatoes and mix well.
Add hot water and let everything come to a good boil.
Step 3 — Finish:
Add kasuri methi and a little sugar.
Sugar is optional but highly recommended — it balances the tanginess of the tomatoes beautifully.
Cover and cook until the oil starts separating.
Finish with coriander leaves and serve hot. ❤️
No Onion No Garlic Potato Masala | Easy Side Dish for Puri and Chapati jeera rice
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat oil and add jeera, crushed coriander seeds, green chilli, ginger and asafoetida. Sauté well.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.
- Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder and salt.
- Add boiled chopped potatoes and mix well.
- Add hot water and let everything come to a good boil.
- Add kasuri methi and a little sugar.
- Cover and cook until oil starts separating.
- Finish with coriander leaves and serve hot.
Notes
Pro Tips for the Perfect No Onion No Garlic Potato Marsala
• Asafoetida is non-negotiable — this is what replaces the depth that onion and garlic would give; don’t skip it even if you have to add just a pinch
• Meal prep boiled potatoes — keep boiled potatoes in the fridge always; this masala then takes under 10 minutes from start to finish
• Mix of tomatoes — using country tomatoes along with regular ones gives a beautiful tangy richness that regular tomatoes alone can’t match
• Crushed coriander seeds — crush them coarsely not fine; the texture adds a lovely flavour pop to the masala
• Sugar balances everything — just a pinch balances the tanginess and rounds off the flavour perfectly
• Cook until oil separates — don’t serve before this step; oil separation means the masala is fully cooked and flavours have developed completely
What to Serve With No Onion No Garlic Potato Marsala
🫓 Hot puris — the most heavenly combination ❤️
🫓 Chapati — simple everyday pairing
🍚 Jeera rice — light and absolutely delicious
🥞 Dosa — works surprisingly well as a side
🍚 Steamed rice — comfort food at its best
Can I make this on fasting days?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — this is a perfect no onion no garlic recipe. Skip the regular salt and use rock salt (sendha namak) for fasting version.
Can I use only regular tomatoes?
Yes — but country tomatoes add a beautiful tanginess. If using only regular tomatoes add a small squeeze of lemon at the end for balance.
Can I make this without boiling potatoes first?
Yes — chop raw potatoes, add them after the tomatoes and cook with extra water until potatoes are soft. It will take longer but works well.
Can I add peas to this masala?
Yes! Boiled or frozen peas work beautifully in this potato masala — add them along with the potatoes.
A Note From My Kitchen 🤍
This is one of those recipes that doesn’t need an occasion.
Whenever I need a no onion no garlic dish — this is always my first thought. Without even thinking.
I always keep boiled potatoes ready in the fridge — so this masala is literally minutes away anytime. Hot puris fresh off the pan, this masala, the whole family gathered together — that’s our kind of happiness.
Simple. Comforting. Made in minutes. Loved every single time. 😊❤️
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