Classic

Aloo kurma

A classic south-indian dish that can be served with puri, chapati/roti or dosa.

• Potatoes - 2, boiled and chopped into big cubes
• Tomatoes - 2-3, chopped
• Onions - 1, finely chopped
• Oil - 3 tsps
• Chilli powder - 3/4 tsp
• Kasuri methi - 1 tsp
• Salt - to taste

For masala

• Cashew nuts and groundnuts - 3/4 cup together
• Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
• Bay leaves - 1/2 - 1
• Turmeric - pinch
• Sugar - 1/4 tsp
• Dry coconut - 2"
• Dalchini/Cinnamon - 1/2"

Grind the above ingredients to a smooth paste, by adding water as required.

Preparation method

1. Heat oil in a pan and fry the onions until transparent.
2. Add tomatoes and turmeric and cook until the tomatoes are mushy.
3. Add the potatoes and mix well.
4. Add turmeric, salt and stir well.
5. Add the ground masala, chilli powder, salt and mix well. Close lid and cook for a few minutes.
6. Finally, add the kasuri methi and mix well.

Serve hot with puris or chapatis, dosas.

Preparation time - 40 mins

Ingredients