Mustang Aloo
A simple yet flavorful Nepali delicacy, Mustang Aloo is a beloved potato dish inspired by the hearty, rustic flavors of Nepal’s Mustang region. Known for its unique taste and earthy aroma, it’s often served as a warm starter, a snack with drinks, or a comforting side dish.

The dish features small, firm potatoes — traditionally from the Mustang region, famous for its distinct, flavorful mountain potatoes. The potatoes are boiled until tender, then roughly smashed or cut into chunks and stir-fried with aromatic spices.

Mustang Aloo gets its signature punch from generous amounts of fresh ginger, garlic, green chilies, and a vibrant mix of spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Sometimes fenugreek seeds (methi) are tempered in hot oil to infuse the dish with a deep, nutty aroma. Chopped onions, fresh tomatoes, and a sprinkle of fresh coriander leaves add extra layers of flavor and freshness.

A squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice brightens it up, giving the dish a tangy edge that perfectly balances the warmth of the spices.

Served hot, Mustang Aloo is rustic, comforting, and packed with homely Nepali flavors — perfect on its own or paired with rice, roti, or local snacks like sel roti.