Spicy Bombay Potatoes 'Aloo' Indian Side Dish

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: black mustard seeds

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard seeds

Yellow mustard seeds are more commonly available and less expensive.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley provides a similar fresh flavor and is often cheaper.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper is often less expensive and adds heat.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: homemade garam masala

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Curry powder is a more accessible alternative with a similar flavor profile.

In a food processor, add garlic and four tomatoes and blitz until smooth. Once it's done set it aside.

In a large saucepan, add cold water, potatoes, and simmer over medium heat.

Cook for 8-10 mins, or until just tender. Drain and leave to steam dry.

In a large non-stick frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat.

Add the onions, a large pinch of salt and fry for 15 mins, or until the onions are golden and sticky.

Add the chilies, mustard seeds, coriander powder, turmeric, cumin powder and garam masala to the pan and fry for another 2 mins.

Tip in the tomato mixture and bring to a gentle simmer, then carefully stir in the potatoes and remaining tomatoes.

Gently simmer the Bombay potatoes for a few mins until everything is warmed through.

Serve topped with the cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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