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Potatoes with Whole Spices

Nigella Lawson

Recipe courtesy Nigella Lawson

Show: Food Network SpecialsEpisode: Nigella Bites Christmas Special

Rated: 4 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (4)

  • Cook Time:

    20 min

  • Level:

    Easy

  • Yield:

    4 to 6 servings

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Prep
10 min
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Cook
20 min
Total:
30 min
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • Coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon nigella seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves

Directions

Slice the potatoes into half-inch rounds, then dice these further into small, evenly-sized cubes. Using a wok or other non-stick pan, take the minimum amount of oil needed and fry these cubed potatoes over a high heat to start with and then turn the heat down and cover. When the potatoes are a little more than half done, add the turmeric, chili powder and some salt, closely followed by the whole spices, mixed together. Stir to combine and put the lid back on once again. When the potatoes are nearly ready (and you will have to be vigilant to ensure they don't get too soft), take the lid off, turn the heat up and stir-fry to enable any excess liquid to evaporate. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

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Comments & Reviews

  • recipe Potatoes with Whole Spices
    Anonymous 04-15-2008

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    Almost like Mom's

    Rated: 4 stars out of 5
    Easy recipe, pretty authentic in her process. Like I said very close to how my mother makes them. A good Indian fix when you... don't live close to home and you don't want heavy Indian restaurant food.Read more
  • recipe Potatoes with Whole Spices
    Valerie Perryton, TX 01-01-2007

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    Absolutely WONDERFUL

    Rated: 5 stars out of 5
    These are as good as they seem to be on Nigella's show. Easy and extremely wonderful taste.
  • recipe Potatoes with Whole Spices
    C.A. Bend, OR 12-17-2006

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    Different

    Rated: 5 stars out of 5
    Was good, used some things you wouldnt ordinarily group with potatoes, but they made a nice canvas for all the unusual... spices.Read more
  • recipe Potatoes with Whole Spices
    Landolphe Homestead, FL 12-15-2006

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    Ho Hum

    Rated: 2 stars out of 5
    Tasty, but nothing special here. Fresh whole spices can brighten up anything.
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