ALOO CURRY (POTATO GRAVY SAUCE)

This is typical of Oriya, Assamese and Bengali cuisine
Total time: 20 min Prep time: 10 min

Ingredients:

• 4 Potatoes (cut in a dice)
• 1/4 tsp kalonji seeds
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Sugar
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 4 Green chilis
• 2 cups Warm Water or as needed

Preparation:

1. First clean and peel potatoes. Remove any brown spots. Cut potatoes into cubes. Be sure to cut into cubes consistent in size so that they cook evenly.

2. Heat oil in a pan add kalonji seeds and when they begin to sizzle add green chill and ginger. Allow this to sizzle for 45 seconds. (Don't let the ginger burn.).
   
3. Now add potatoes, salt, suger and turmeric powder. Stir well about 2 minutes.
   
   
   
   
   
4. Add 2 cups water. Cover it and cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes is thoroughly cooked.
   
5. Garnish with green chills. Serve hot with fried bread / luchi.