Simple Aloo Curry

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound of whole boiled and peeled potatoes
• 2 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 green chilly finely chopped
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/3 teaspoon red chilli powder or black pepper powder (optional)

PREPARATION

• To boil the potatoes, pierce them with a knife once or twice if they are very big, place them into a deep vessel or saucepan and pour normal temp water so that the water is an inch above the potatoes.
• Add a pinch of salt to the water. Cover the saucepan and bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium.
• After 25 minutes test if the potatoes are done. A sharp knife should easily go through the potato. That should not be overcooked, some bindings should be there. Drain and set aside.

METHOD

• Heat a medium-sized pot on medium heat.
• Add ghee to it
• When it melts, add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
• Add the remaining spices to it.
• Add the cooked potatoes to the pot and mix well
• Break and smash them apart when you mix. But don't overdo it.
• Add water to the pot. Raise the flame to high to bring curry to a boil, then reduce the heat to the medium flame and simmer for 5 minutes.
• You can add more water to adjust the curry to your desired consistency.
• Garnish with cilantro and serve as a soup or as a side dish with roti or naan.