Title: Potatoes with Poppy Seeds
Categories: Side Ethnic Vegetable
Yield: 4 Servings

6	sm	Firm potatoes
6	tb	Oil
3		Whole red chiles
1/2	c	White poppy seeds, ground
1/2	ts	Turmeric
1/4	ts	Cayenne
1	ts	Salt
3		Fresh hot green chiles

Peel & dice potatoes.

Heat oil in a non-stick skillet. When hot, put in the potatoes & fry till they are golden brown, stirring frequently. When they are golden, remove & set aside.

Put red chiles into the oil, when they darken, add poppy seeds & 2 tb water. Stir & saute until the paste browns. Put in the potatoes, 3/4 c water & the spices. Stir to mix & simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

Madhur Jaffrey, "A Taste of India"

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