Crispy Garlic Potatoes with Mint Chutney
Crispy, golden-fried potatoes tossed with garlic and served with a cooling mint chutney for a perfect balance of flavors. This Indian recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs potatoes (peeled, cubed), garlic (minced), vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes (peeled, cubed)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 green chili (slit)
- 1/4 cup yogurt (thick)
- to taste salt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Add potatoes in batches and fry for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine fried potatoes with minced garlic, salt, and 1 tbsp oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Step 3: For the chutney, blend mint leaves, green chili, yogurt, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Step 4: Serve the potatoes in a bowl, drizzled with the mint chutney and garnished with extra garlic and lime wedges.









