2 tbsp oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp urad dal
3 cup vegetarian
1 salt, to taste
1 pinch turmeric
Directions
Heat oil, mustard seeds, and urad dal. Roast for a few seconds. Add
vegetables. Sprinkle salt and turmeric. Cook on high heat for a
couple of minutes. Add coriander powder, chili powder, and cumin
powder, (and ginger and garlic if you wish) cover and cook on low
until done. For making the potatoes more crisp, add rice powder
(arshi maav) and stir it in.
Rajeev Krishnamoorthy, rajeev@twain.EE.CORNELL.EDU
Servings: 6 servings
Beans/Potato Curry Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Bean; Vegetable
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