Potatoes with Whole Spices

  • Level: Easy
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings
  • Total: 30 min
  • Prep: 10 min
  • Cook: 20 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

  1. 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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LORI W.

This is my favorite breakfast potato dish. I often cook these potatoes when I make Nigella's Masala Omelet. <div><br /></div><div>Cooked correctly (not difficult), the potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside and FULL of flavor. Some of the spices might be a little difficult to find but can all be purchased on the Internet. I use all of the spices as I find the dish has much more balance of flavor than if any are left out. I highly recommend this recipe!</div>

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