Flavorful Potato Curry

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Onion (1 large, finely chopped)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1-inch piece, grated)
• Green chili (1, slit lengthwise (adjust to taste))
• Turmeric powder (1 teaspoon)
• Cumin powder (1 teaspoon)
• Coriander powder (1 teaspoon)
• Red chili powder (1 teaspoon (adjust to taste))
• Salt (to taste)
• Tomatoes (2 medium, chopped)
• Potatoes (4 medium, peeled and cubed)
• Garam masala (1 teaspoon)
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Sprinkle in the turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine the spices with the onion mixture.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-5 minutes, until they soften and break down.
6. Introduce the cubed potatoes to the pan, mixing well to coat them with the spice mixture.
7. Cover the pan and cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
8. Once cooked, sprinkle garam masala over the curry and mix gently to incorporate.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or warm naan bread.