method
1. Peel the potatoes and slice off the tops. Scoop out the centre with a sharp knife. Fry the shells and centres to a golden brown. Allow the centres to cool and then mash.
2. Heat the oil in a wok (kadhai); saute black cumin seeds and aniseed. Add onions and saute till transparent. Add the fried potato centres, cardamom powder, raisins, and cashew nuts. Stir-fry for a few minutes. Season with salt. Keep aside.
3. Stuff the fried shells with the prepared mixture and keep aside.
4. For the curry, heat the oil in a thick-bottomed pan. Saute onion till transparent. Add yoghurt, tomato puree, ginger-garlic paste, almond paste, aniseed, mace, black cumin seeds, green cardamom, cloves, red chilli paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Stir-fry for 8 - 10 minutes.
5. Place the stuffed potatoes in the curry; cover the lid and seal with dough. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Place the potatoes in a serving dish, strain the curry and pour on top of the potatoes.
6. Serve immediately, accompanied by any Indian bread of choice.
serving amount
serves: 4
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