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    Mirchi Tales Β» Recipes Β» Pakistani Recipes Β» Aloo Hari Pyaz (Potato and Green Onions Curry)

    Aloo Hari Pyaz (Potato and Green Onions Curry)

    Published: Dec 25, 2017 Β· Modified: Dec 29, 2022 by Kiran

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    Aloo Hari Pyaz or Hari Pyaz ki Sabzi is a Pakistani / Indian vegan recipe made with potatoes and green onions / scallions (or spring onions). Ready in less than 30 minutes, it will be a regular in your weekly dinner rotation.

    Aloo hari pyaz or potatoes with green onions curry in a white plate.
    Aloo Hari Pyaz (Potatoes with Green Onions Curry)

    This is a dry style sabzi / vegetable preparation so it's best served with roti, paratha or naan. On the side, you can serve achaar / pickle, raita or kachumber salad. Read on ahead for the full recipe, ingredient substitutions and what to serve it with.

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    • Why this recipe works
    • What are green onions?
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Serving
    • Check out other Pakistani vegan recipes below:
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    Why this recipe works

    • Quick to prepare: This recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes, and this includes both prep time as well as cooking time.
    • Versatile:  It’s a recipe that can be served as a main with roti or naan, and can also be served as part of a main meal with other dishes such as moong masoor daal, or chicken ka salan (chicken curry).
    • Great way to use up green onions (hari pyaz): There are so many times that I’ll buy green onions for a Chinese recipe such as chicken corn soup, or chicken Manchurian. And then I’ll be left with more than half a bunch left. This recipe is a great way to use up the leftover green onions (hari pyaz).
    Aloo hari pyaz or potatoes with green onions curry in a cast iron frying pan, with a wooden spoon in it.

    What are green onions?

    Green onions (also known as scallions) have a long and narrow white stem at one end, and the leaves / stalks at the other end. In Pakistan and India, they are known as hari pyaz (literal translation – green onion). Spring onions are similar in that they also have a long green stem. However, the white stem at the other end has a small onion bulb. 

    They all can be used interchangeably in this recipe. The difference between spring onions and scallions / green onions is that spring onions are the mature form of scallions and green onions. So they have a more pronounced onion-y flavor, whereas green onions / scallions have a milder and sweeter flavor. Read more about the difference between spring onions and scallions here.

    Ingredients

    Making aloo hari pyaz or hari pyaz ki sabzi requires only a couple of ingredients. Hari pyaz or green onions, being the most important.

    Ingredients for aloo hari pyaz or potatoes with green onions curry labelled.
    • Green Onions – Also known as scallions. Spring onions can also be used in this recipe. The white stem of the green onions forms the flavour base of the sabzi. It has a milder and sweeter taste compared to regular onions.The green onion stalks are added right at the end of the cooking process.
    • Potatoes – Use any cooking potato for this recipe. Cut the potatoes into small - medium chunks. Increase or decrease the quantity of potatoes based on personal preference – just adjust the spices and salt.
    • Black Mustard Seeds – also known as rai or rai dana, these are easily available at Indian and Pakistani grocery stores, or in the spices section of large supermarkets. They have a nutty and tangy flavor that gets enhanced after frying.
    • Spices – Other spices that this recipe requires are red chili powder, turmeric and cumin seeds. All easily available at the regular supermarket.

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    Instructions

    Making this potato and green onions / spring onions sabzi is super easy. It will be ready in less than 30 minutes.

    Four picture collage on how to cook aloo hari pyaz or potatoes with green onions curry. Labelled instructions with the pictures.

    1. Cook the spices: Start with heating the oil, and then add the spices (cumin seeds and mustard seeds).
    2. Add the white part of the green onions: Saute and cook the diced onion part of the green onions.
    3. Add the potatoes: Add the potatoes with remaining spices and salt. Cook till tender.Β 
    4. Add the green part of the green onions: Once the potatoes are almost tender, add the sliced green green onion. Serve hot.

    Serving

    Aloo hari pyaz ki sabzi is a dry style vegetarian recipe, best served with roti / chapati, paratha or naan. Add achaar / pickle, raita or kachumber salad on the side. To serve it with rice, it’s best to add a gravy dish alongside the sabzi. A lentil curry such as moong masoor daal or kaali daal (black lentil daal).

    To serve it as a side for a dawaat or main meal, dishes that can be added included chicken ka salan (chicken curry) or aloo gosht ka salan (goat meat and potato curry).  

    Aloo hari pyaz or potatoes with green onions curry in a white plate.

    Check out other Pakistani vegan recipes below:

    • Mash ki Daal (Urad Daal) – Instant Pot and Stove Top
    • Sindhi style crispy bhindi | Crispy okra in air fryer
    • 25+ Pakistani Vegetarian Recipes you HAVE to make!
    • Lobia Masala / Lobia Salan (Black Eyed Peas Curry)

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    Aloo hari pyaz or potatoes with green onions curry in a white plate.
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    4.80 from 5 votes

    Aloo Hari Pyaz (Potato and Green Onions Curry)

    Aloo Hari Pyaz or Hari Pyaz ki Sabzi is a simple to prepare Pakistani / Indian vegan recipe made with potatoes and green onions / scallions (or spring onions). Ready in less than 30 minutes, this dry style sabzi is best served with roti, paratha or naan.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Indian, North Indian, Pakistani, Vegetarian
    Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 162kcal
    Author: Kiran

    Ingredients

    • Β½ bunch green onions / spring onions / scallions about 6 – 8 stalks
    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • Β½ teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 500 grams potatoes cut into small cubes
    • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
    • ΒΌ teaspoon turmeric
    • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste

    Instructions

    • Wash the green onions. Slice the white stem of green onions into rounds. Slice the green part / stalks of the green onions on the diagonal.
    • Heat oil in a medium sized frying pan (wok) or small saucepan.
    • Add cumin seeds along with mustard seeds to the oil. Saute for about 30 – 45 seconds till the seeds splutter and release their aroma.
    • Add the sliced white part of the green onions, and sautΓ© for about 2 minutes.
    • Add the cubed potatoes, along with red chili flakes, turmeric and salt. Saute for about 3-4 minutes, stirring to make sure that the potatoes don’t stick to the bottom.
    • Turn heat to low, add 2 – 3 tablespoons of water, and let the potatoes cook till tender. If necessary, add a splash of water.
    • Once the potatoes are tender, add the green part of the spring onions, and cook for another 2 minutes. Serve hot with roti, paratha or naan.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 598mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 172IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Maria says

      August 01, 2022 at 9:45 am

      5 stars
      Love it!

      Reply
    2. Geomaria George says

      January 10, 2022 at 1:19 am

      5 stars
      Made it so many times and it's amazing. Thanks, Kiran.
      As a Southie, this was my first spring onion dish and wow this is so tasty and fragrant. And Simple!

      Reply
    3. Adeeba Bukhari says

      February 16, 2020 at 3:25 am

      5 stars
      Interesting Recipe

      Reply
    4. Sana Sami says

      October 22, 2018 at 7:02 am

      4 stars
      Just tried this 😊 was yum!

      Reply
      • kiran says

        November 08, 2018 at 1:02 pm

        Thank you! πŸ™‚

        Reply
        • Unknown says

          March 03, 2022 at 3:22 pm

          5 stars
          Yummy πŸ˜‹

          Reply

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