Aromatic and comforting, these Bombay potatoes are bursting with flavor! Parboil potatoes, generously coat them in an easy to make curry oil, then roast them to fragrant, crispy perfection. The potatoes are a hearty and satisfying base to rich and aromatic spices, blending flavor and comfort food into an incredible Indian-inspired side dish.
Ingredients
2lbYukon gold potatoes
¼ teaspoonbaking soda
3tablespoonsolive oil, ghee, or melted butter
2teaspoonsEACH: curry powder and mustard seeds
1teaspoonEACH: turmeric, garlic powder, and onion powder
½ teaspoonsea salt
Minced cilantro or parsley , for serving
Instructions
Turn your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the potatoes into 8 pieces each. (First, cut each potato in half lengthwise. Then, place them cut side down and cut both halves lengthwise then cut them crosswise once to make cubes.)
2 lb Yukon gold potatoes, ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Add the baking soda to a large pot of water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes and boil them for 10 minutes.
Drain the potatoes using a colander then shake the colander to rough up the potatoes. They should look like they're coated in mashed potatoes. Let them dry for 1 minute.
While the potatoes are cooking, make the curry oil. Heat the oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the curry powder, mustard seeds, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and let it simmer for 1 minute.
3 tablespoons olive oil, ghee, or melted butter, 2 teaspoons EACH: curry powder and mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon EACH: turmeric, garlic powder, and onion powder
Transfer the potatoes to a bowl, pour the curry oil over the top, and mix well.
Spread the potatoes out in an even layer on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes. Turn the potatoes over and then continue to bake for another 10-15 minutes, until they are golden brown and super crispy. Serve the potatoes with minced parsley or cilantro sprinkled over top.
Minced cilantro or parsley
Notes
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