Indian Potatoes with Mustard Seeds (Sookhi Bhaji)
A great side dish, can be a vegetarian main dish also. Has been served at tea time in India as a snack, too! Oil-free, more low-fat cooking with high flavor! :)
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INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1teaspoon cumin seed
- 1teaspoon brown mustard seeds
- 1
- 3
- 4
- 1 1⁄2teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 1⁄2teaspoons ground coriander
- 1⁄2teaspoon turmeric
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- 1⁄2teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
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DIRECTIONS
- Heat cumin seeds and mustard seed in hot dry skillet over high heat, swirling pan, until seeds start to pop.
- Reduce heat to medium; add onions, chilies, and add a small amount of water; cook until onion is tender, adding more water as necessary to prevent sticking.
- Add potatoes, ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt (to taste), and cayenne pepper, stirring to mix well.
- Add 2/3 cup water, cover, reduce heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spices are absorbed and potatoes are tender.
- Add a small amount of water at a time if all liquid evaporates.
- Fold in cilantro just before serving.
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