Afghan Tamarind Potatoes
Ingredients
1 1/2 Tbsp tamarind paste, dissolved in 1 cup warm water
8 small potatoes, boiled and skinned
1/4 cup oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 tsp ginger, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp dried red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp ground caramom
1/2 tsp ground fennel
Salt to taste
Directions
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until crisp and lightly browned, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Remove the onions and add the potatoes, browning well. Remove the potatoes and add the ginger and garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, then add the red pepper, turmeric, and 2 tablespoons of water (stand back for this bit).
Mix in the onions, potatoes, tamarind liquid, another cup of water, and the rest of the spices. Simmer until the sauce has thickened - about 15 minutes.
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