Batata Bhujna – Pathare Prabhu Style 

In remembrance of Subramanian Athimber (R.E Meenakshi’s husband)

Thanks to Smitha Shah for this wonderful Maharashtrian delicacy!! 

Ingredients

• 3 round potatoes, peeled
• 1 large onion
• 1 tsp ginger-chilli paste
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
• Salt, to taste
• ½–1 tsp chilli powder (adjust to taste)
• 2–3 tbsp oil
• Water, as needed

Method

• Prep vegetables: Peel and cube the potatoes. Slice the onion.
• Cook base: Heat oil in a pan, add ginger-chilli paste and sauté for a minute.
• Add spices & onion: Mix in the turmeric, hing, chilli powder, salt, and chopped coriander. Add sliced onions and stir well.
• Cook potatoes: Add the potatoes and stir until coated with the spice mixture.
• Simmer: Pour in enough water to cover the potatoes. Let it boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the water reduces and potatoes are cooked through. Add a little more water if needed for a soft, gravy-like consistency.
• Finish: Check seasoning and adjust if needed.
• Your Batata Bhujna Pathare Prabhu style is ready! Serve hot with chapati or rice.

Pics Courtesy: Prepared by Jamuna Easwaran on January 19th, 2026