Patatas fritas Aloo

Ingredientes

• 5-6 large potatoes (about 2lbs), peeled and chopped
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 wiri wiri peppers or 1 scotch bonnet
• 4-5 thyme sprigs or 1/2 tsp dried
• 1 tsp salt, more to taste
• black pepper to taste
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp tomato paste
• 2 stems scallions, finely sliced
• 6 tbsp cooking oil

Preparación

1. 1

   Peel potatoes. Cut into quarters vertically. Chop into...: Peel potatoes. Cut into quarters vertically. Chop into 1/4 inch slices. Cover with cold water.

2. 2

   Slice onions, mince garlic, and slice scallions, set...: Slice onions, mince garlic, and slice scallions, set aside.

3. 3

   Heat skillet with 6 tbsp cooking oil. Add...: Heat skillet with 6 tbsp cooking oil. Add onions, garlic, wiri wiri pepper, thyme leaves and a pinch of salt. Sauté a few minutes until golden brown.

4. 4

   Add potatoes and toss. Add salt, black pepper,...: Add potatoes and toss. Add salt, black pepper, paprika, and tomato paste. Let potatoes cook 15-20 minutes, but turn frequently, every 4-5 minutes to prevent potatoes from burning. Scrape the bottom of the pot with pot spoon to get the brown bits and toss back in with potatoes.

5. 5

   When potatoes are completely cooked, garnish with scallions.