Aloo Posto

Preparation:30 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Servings: Makes 3 to 4 servings

Ingredients

500 gms potatoes
1/2 cup poppy seeds (khus-khus) , soaked in warm water for 30 minutes
2 green chillies
2 tsp chopped ginger (adrak)
1 medium tomato , chopped
1 tbsp oil

Method

Peel and cut potatoes into 1/2\" pieces.Strain poppy seeds using a tea strainer and grind in a mixer with 2 chillies to a smooth paste.Heat oil in a kadhai, add the ginger and saute for a minute.Add the tomatoes and saute till they turn soft.Add the potatoes and saute on a medium flame for few minutes till they are half done.Add the salt and mix well.Now add ground poppy seeds and mix well.Add 1 cup water, mix well and cover and cook for 10-12 more minutes on simmer.Keep cooking till potatoes are fully done and all water is evaporated.Serve hot with plain steamed rice and urad dal.