Scalloped Potatoes With Coconut Milk And Chilies Recipes

LIGHT SCALLOPED POTATOES WITH ROASTED CHILES

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler. Put the poblano cut-side down on a baking sheet and broil until the skin is browned in spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let cool 5 minutes. Peel the skin off the poblano under cold running water, then chop into small pieces.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly butter a 2-quart baking dish. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic and thyme and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, chicken broth, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and pepper to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring gently, until the potatoes are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
• Arrange half of the potato-broth mixture in the prepared baking dish in an even layer. Sprinkle with half each of the roasted poblano and parmesan. Repeat with the remaining potato-broth mixture, poblano and parmesan. Bake until bubbly and slightly golden, about 35 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. Thin some crema or sour cream with water and serve alongside for topping.

SCALLOPED POTATOES WITH COCONUT MILK AND MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Soak the sliced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
• Butter or oil a casserole dish and preheat an oven to 350°F.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, red chili and vinegar paste and salt.
• Cover the bottom of the casserole dish with a layer of sliced potatoes. Sprinkle a third of the green onions and a third of the sliced mushrooms over the potatoes. Pour a third of the coconut milk sauce on top. Repeat two more times. Top with curry leaves if using.
• Cover and cook for 45 to 50 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Remove the lid and continue to cook until the potatoes are browned, about 15 minutes. Serve hot or warm.