Spiced Potatoes In Tamarind Sauce (Daum Aloo)
Description
This comforting Daum Aloo features tender boiled potatoes simmered in a rich, tangy tamarind sauce. The dish is elevated by a blend of aromatic spices including cardamom, fennel, cinnamon, and turmeric, creating a complex flavor profile that is both earthy and sweet. Thinly sliced onions and fresh garlic provide a savory base, while dried red pepper flakes add a subtle warmth. Perfect as a side dish for rice or naan, this vegan-friendly recipe captures the essence of home-style Indian cooking.Directions
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Dissolve tamarind paste in 1 cup of water and let stand for 30 minutes to soften.
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Strain the tamarind mixture to remove pulp and seeds, reserving the liquid.
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Boil potatoes in salted water until just tender, then drain and cool completely.
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Peel the cooled potatoes and pierce each one in 4 places with a wooden skewer.
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Heat corn oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat.
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Add thinly sliced onions and cook until crisp and lightly browned, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
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Remove the browned onions from the skillet and set aside.
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Add potatoes to the skillet and brown well on all sides.
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Remove the browned potatoes from the skillet and set aside.
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Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the skillet.
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Add minced ginger and garlic to the skillet and stir for 1 minute.
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Stir in dried red pepper flakes and ground turmeric.
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Blend in 2 tablespoons of water to deglaze the pan.
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Mix in the reserved browned onions.
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Return potatoes to the skillet and add the strained tamarind liquid and remaining 1 1/2 cups of water.
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Stir in ground cardamom, ground fennel, cinnamon, and freshly ground pepper.
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Cover and simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 15 minutes.
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Season with salt to taste before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 308.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.5g24%
- Saturated Fat 2.0g10%
- Cholesterol 1.0mg1%
- Sodium 50.3mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 38.6g13%
- Dietary Fiber 5.6g23%
- Sugars 3.3g
- Protein 4.9g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.