Diced Potatoes With Turmeric & Cumin
indian, side dish
1 1/2 lb new potatoes
5 tablespoon oil
1/8 teaspoon asafetida
1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds -- whole
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon coriander -- ground
1/2 teaspoon cumin -- ground
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt
Dice potatoes. Heat oil in a wok over a medium heat & when hot add, in quick succession, asafetida, mustard sees, cumin seeds. Add potatoes & stir once or twice. Sprinkle in turmeric. Continue to stir every now & then for about 15 minutes. Sprinkle in the remaining ingredients, stir & cook 2 more minutes.
Madhur Jaffrey, "A Taste of India"
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From: Mary Riemerman Date: 28 Nov 96 National Cooking Echo Ä
Yield: 6 servings