Bombay potato - Indian recipes

Bombay potato(Veg)

These Indian-style potatoes use fresh tomatoes and coriander. In 15 minutes you’ll have a tasty accompaniment to a curry.

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp sunflower oil

• 1 tsp mustard seeds

• ½ tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp ground coriander

• 1 tsp garam masala

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 5cm/2in piece fresh ginger, grated

• 1kg/2lb 3oz potatoes, peeled, and cut into smallish cubes

• 350ml/12fl oz vegetable stock

• 4 tomatoes, roughly chopped

• 1 bunch coriander, roughly chopped

Preparation method

1. Heat a wok until hot and add the oil.

2. Add all the spices and the ginger and stir-fry for one minute until fragrant.

3. Add the potatoes and stir to coat in the spices.

4. Add the stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

5. Stir in the tomatoes and coriander.

6. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve.