Aloo Masala (Potato in Indian Spices)
By
Marsha Gardner
@mrdick1950
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A masala is a way to describe a mixture of spices. A masala can either be a combination of dried (and usually dry roasted) spices, or a paste (such as vindaloo masala) made from a mixture of spices and other ingredients—often garlic, ginger, onions and chilli paste. Masalas are used extensively in Indian cuisine to add spice and flavor.
Ingredients
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2 largepotatoes
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1 Tbspcanola oil
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pinchasafetida (hing)
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1/2 tspcumin seeds
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1/2 tspmustard seeds
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1/2 tspturmeric, ground
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1green chili, finely chopped
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1/2 tspkosher salt or to taste
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1 tsplemon juice, fresh
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1 Tbspfresh cilantro, chopped
How to Make Aloo Masala (Potato in Indian Spices)
- Boil the potatoes until they are soft and let cool.
Peel and chop the potatoes in small pieces. - Heat the oil in a frying pan on medium high. Test the heat by adding one cumin seed to the oil. If it cracks right away, the oil is ready.
- Add the cumin seeds, mustard seeds and asafetida. As the seeds crack, add turmeric, potatoes, green chili, and salt.
Stir-fry for a few minutes. - Add lemon juice and cilantro.
The potatoes should be slightly moist and not dry.
Serve hot. - Try adding 2 tablespoons of shredded carrots and 1/8 cup of green peas to potato mixture.
