Potatoes with the aroma of mustard oil

Kitchen Journal/ Potatoes with the aroma of mustard oil

A simple everyday vegetable dish to serve with roti or paratha.

Serves about 2–3 · Times are approximate · Adjust to taste

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes, boiled and chopped
• 1½ tablespoons mustard oil
• ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric and ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt, chilli powder and dried mango powder to taste
• Chopped fresh coriander

Method

1. Warm the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them crackle.
2. Lower the heat and add turmeric and coriander. Immediately add the potatoes so the spices do not burn.
3. Add salt and chilli powder. Cook, stirring, for 8–10 minutes; sprinkle in a little water if needed.
4. Stir in dried mango powder and fresh coriander. Serve with warm roti.

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