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Pepper Potato Recipe (Pepper Potato Roast)

Pepper Potato Roast is a mouthwatering and aromatic South Indian recipe that features boiled potatoes seasoned with a blend of bold spices. The hero ingredient black pepper, adds a unique heat and flavor to the dish. Which makes it a popular dish for those who enjoy spicy food.
This crispy, flavorful side dish is often served with rice, sambar, rasam or curry. The combination of spices like mustard seeds, cumin and curry leaves gives the potatoes a rich taste, while the crushed black pepper provides that signature kick to this easy recipe.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Side dishes
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 254 kcal

Equipment

  • cooking pan

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large Potato
  • 3 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Crushed Black Pepper or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 sprig Curry leaves
  • 5 tablespoon Oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Take potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Let them cook for 30 mins till they are completely cooked. Drain them, cool them. peel them and break them into small pieces with your hands. Set aside till use.
  • Heat oil in a kadai. Add in mustard, cumin and curry leaves and let them sizzle for a min.
  • Add in ginger garlic paste and saute for a couple of mins. Now add in the cubed potatoes and toss well with the spices. Add salt and mix them well.
  • Cook on a low heat till they turn golden, this will take a good 15 to 20 mins. Stir it often so it doesn't burn. In the end add in crushed pepper and toss well. Turn off heat. Serve with rice and any gravy of your choice.

Notes

  • Avoid starchy potatoes, as they may become too soft.
  • Make sure to roast the potatoes with enough oil. It creates a crispy texture. Leave some space between the potatoes so they can roast evenly on all sides.
  • Tempering the mustard seeds and cumin in hot oil is important. Be sure not to burn them.
  • Use a non-stick or cast-iron pan for the crispiest results. These pans ensure that the potatoes get a perfect, golden crust without sticking to the surface.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.05gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 786mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 21IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 2mg
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