Potato and Tomato Curry (Alur Dom)

Potato Curry (Alur Dom)

Serves 4-6

This rich and hearty potato curry, known as Alur Dom, is packed with spices and full of comforting flavors. It’s simple to make and perfect for any meal!

Ingredients:

• 1 red onion
• 1 can of tomatoes (or 2 large fresh ones)
• 1 large teaspoon of grated ginger
• 5 cloves of garlic
• 1 green chili
• 5 large potatoes (just over ½ kg), peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• ½ teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• ½ teaspoon garam masala
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• 2 dried chilies
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Prep the Potatoes

• Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks, then place them in water to prevent discoloration while you prep the rest of the ingredients.

Step 2: Blend the Aromatics

• In a blender, add half of the sliced onion, the ginger, garlic, green chili, and half the can of tomatoes. Add a dash of water and blitz until smooth.

Step 3: Fry the Potatoes

• Drain the potatoes well so they are dry.
• In a pan, heat a generous amount of oil. Add the dried chilies and cumin seeds, toasting them until aromatic.
• Add the potatoes and sauté them until they get some nice color. Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of turmeric and toast it for a minute.
• Remove the potatoes with a slotted spoon and set them aside on a plate, keeping the leftover oil in the pan.

Step 4: Build the Curry Base

• Lower the heat and add the remaining sliced onion to the pan. Cook until softened.
• Stir in the blended tomato mixture and cook until the oil starts to separate—this should only take a few minutes.

Step 5: Spice It Up

• Add ½ teaspoon of turmeric, ½ teaspoon of chili powder, garam masala, and coriander powder. Stir well and cook for a few minutes.
• Add the remaining half can of tomatoes and cook for another minute or two. Rinse the tomato can with a bit of water to get all the leftover juice.
• Season with 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 6: Simmer the Curry

• Add the potatoes back into the pan, along with any leftover oil from the plate. Pour in enough water to cover the potatoes. And the water in the can of tomatoes.
• Cover with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7: Finish and Serve

• Check if the potatoes are tender by piercing them with a knife—there should be no resistance. If they need more time and the sauce looks too thick, add a little more water.
• Once the potatoes are fully cooked, adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.

This potato curry is comforting, flavorful, and perfect with rice or flatbreads.

Enjoy, Del x