Cumin Scented Potatoes With Tomatoes Ghurma Aloo Recipes

INDIAN CUMIN POTATOES ( JEERA ALOO )

Steps:

• Wash, peel and cut potatoes in 3/4 dice or wedges, or leave skin on if you prefer.
• Bring potatoes to a boil in water and 1/2 t salt. Cover and let boil for 5-8 minutes until just cooked.
• Drain and let steam off moisture until they have a sort of dry outer skin, 10-15 minutes, or let cool completely and keep in the fridge up to 2 days. Make sure they are dry before frying.
• Heat oil in a large non-stick pan over medium high heat. Add cumin seeds and fry 30-60 seconds until they turn a shade darker and give off smell.
• Add potatoes and sprinkle with turmeric. Shake pan and fry potatoes about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until evenly golden and crisp. The trick is not to stir too frequently, so that a crust can develop.
• Sprinkle with coriander or parsley and taste with salt. Shake pan to mix and serve. You can drain potatoes on paper towels first, before adding the fresh herbs if you like.
• NOTE: The recipe can be done with other starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes or plantains, but I never tried those.

CUMIN-SCENTED POTATOES WITH TOMATOES (GHURMA ALOO) RECIPE

Steps:

• 1. Drain the potatoes and pat them dry. 2. Heat the oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the cumin seeds and cook until they sizzle, turn reddish brown, and are fragrant, 5 to 10 seconds. Add the potatoes, onion, and turmeric, and stir-fry until the potatoes and onion are lightly browned around the edges, 4 to 6 minutes. 3. Sprinkle in the salt and cayenne, and stir once or twice. Pour in 1 cup water (or low salt chicken stock) and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are almost fall-apart tender, 18 to 20 minutes. 4. Stir in the tomato and cilantro, and cover the pan. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the tomato is warmed through, about 2 minutes. Then serve. Tip: For a thicker sauce, coarsely mash some of the potato cubes.

CUMIN ROASTED SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil or cooking parchment paper.
• In large bowl, toss all ingredients until potatoes are coated with seasoning. Spread potatoes in single layer in pan.
• Roast uncovered 30 to 40 minutes, stirring once, until potatoes are tender and golden brown.