Jeera Aloo (patatas fritas con semillas de comino)

Ingredientes

• 4 medium size yellow potatoes
• 3 tablespoons cumin seed
• 1 tablespoon asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons oil
• salt to taste
• few sprigs of cilantro leaves (finely chopped)

Preparación

1. 1

   Don't peel or cut the potatoes. Place the potatoes on a steamer and steam for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Once it is cool enough to handle comfortably, peel the potatoes and cut into bit size cubes.

3. 3

   In a skillet, pour the oil. Once the oil heats up, add the cumin seeds and the asafoetida. Let it sizzle for a few seconds, then add the potato bites and toss it around.

4. 4

   Add all the spice powder and season with salt. Toss it around and let it cook for 2 minutes. The toss again and let it cook for 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with cilantro leaves and taste for salt. Add more if needed.

6. 6

   Enjoy Jeera Aloo with your choice or bread.