Yummy Spicy Potato Stir Fry
This curry is so easy to make and yet it tastes great, without fail. It is a great dish for any occasion. It is colorful and flavorful. It can be prepared bland or spicy. And since it is not deep fried, it is relatively healthy. I usually make this with just the potatoes. But now and then, for a variation, I add other vegetables. I have never been disappointed with this stir fried potato curry.
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Avocado, Bell Peppers, Cayenne, Cilantro, Curry Leaves, Mustard Seeds, Olive Oil, Turmeric, Urad Dahl
Yummy Spicy Potato Stir Fry
Print recipeIngredients
- 2 Large Russet Potatoes (washed well, and cut into small cubes or chunks with skin)
- 1 Bell Pepper (aka Green Pepper, cut into small pieces)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 2 teaspoons Urad Dahl
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 - 2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (or Sambar powder)
- 6 - 8 tablespoons Cooking Oil (Olive oil, Avocado Oil or other)
Optional
- 6 - 8 leaves Curry Leaves (Kadi Patta)
- 1 tablespoon Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Add 4 tablespoons of oil to a medium non-stick fry pan. | |
| Step 2 | |
| When oil is hot, add the mustard seeds. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Partially cover the pan to avoid splatter. Don't cover it fully. | |
| Step 4 | |
| When the mustard seeds start to crackle, add the urad dahl and stir. | |
| Step 5 | |
| When the urad dahl is golden brown, add the potatoes. Mix with a non-stick spatula. | |
| Step 6 | |
| Add the turmeric and salt. Mix and stir fry the potatoes for 5 minutes, or until potatoes are about half-cooked. | |
| Step 7 | |
| Add the bell pepper pieces, curry leaves and the cayenne or sambar powder. | |
| Step 8 | |
| If the vegetables look dry, add more oil, one tablespoon at a time and mix well. | |
| Step 9 | |
| Stir fry uncovered for about 5 minutes, or until potatoes look cooked and golden brown. Check for salt and spices, and add more if you like, and mix well. | |
| Step 10 | |
| Garnish with cilantro, if you like. Serve hot as a side dish with any main dish. | |
Do u boil the head Dahl? Won’t it stay hard?
Thank you! The Dahl will be a little crunchy. And that’s what is expected.