Spicy Potato

by Tarla Dalal

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A fiery combination of spices, dominated by the exclusive taste of poppy seeds, cumin seeds and dry coconut, adds a special touch to this dish.

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Spicy Potato recipe - How to make Spicy Potato

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cooking Time: 11 mins Total Time: 21 mins 4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

Method

For the paste

Heat 1 tbsp of oil on a non-stick tava (griddle), add the onions and dry coconut and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Transfer the mixture into a plate and keep aside.
In the same non-stick tava (griddle), heat the remaining 1 tbsp of oil and add the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, poppy seeds, cloves, cinnamon and peppercorns, mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
Add the red chillies and sauté on a medium flame for another 30 seconds.
Add the bayleaf and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
Transfer the mixture in the same plate of onions and add the garlic cloves.
Blend the mixture in a mixer to a fine paste using little water. Keep aside.

How to proceed

Heat the ghee in a kadhai, add the potatoes and salt and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Add the prepared paste, tomato pulp, ¼ cup of water and a little more salt, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Garnish with coriander and serve hot with rotis or parathas.

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RECIPE SOURCE : Potatoes