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Masala-Spiced Potatoes

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In India, no two families use the same masala blend. We think the combination here is perfect for potatoes, but have fun trying your own mixtures at home.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    40 min

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

2 pound potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch ground cloves

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 500°F.

    Step 2

    Pat potatoes dry, then toss with remaining ingredients in a bowl until evenly coated.

    Step 3

    Spread out potatoes in 1 layer in a large (17- by 12-inch) shallow heavy baking pan, then roast, turning potatoes over with a metal spatula once or twice during roasting, until tender and some edges are golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.

TagsIndianSouth AsianAsianPotatoRoot VegetableVegetableSideDinnerVeganVegetarianDairy FreeNut FreeGluten Free5 Ingredients or FewerEasyRoastRamadanGourmet
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