Aloo Sabzi (South Indian Tomato- Potato Soup)
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Serves: 4-6
 
Ingredients
  • 3 potatoes (Yukon Gold is a good choice)
  • 2 large tomatoes
  • 1 t ghee (clarified butter) or olive oil
  • ½ t cumin seeds
  • ¼ t turmeric
  • 1 t chili powder
  • 1 t coriander
  • ¼ c plain yogurt
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Place the potatoes in a large pot of water, add salt and bring to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add tomatoes for 1 minute each. Remove the tomatoes and easily peel off their skin. Chop them and set aside. Continue cooking the potatoes until they are tender (about 15 minutes). Gently skin the potatoes and loosely mash them. Set aside.
  2. In another pot, heat the ghee or oil. Add the cumin and let it sprout (wait for a loud sizzle and fragrant smell). Add the tomatoes and cook for a few minutes. Add a small pinch of sea salt and the turmeric.
  3. Add the potatoes and spices. Allow them to saute for a few minutes. Add about 1 c water. When it starts to boil, add the yogurt. Boil for 5 minutes. Check the seasoning and adjust if needed. Remove from the heat and garnish with cilantro.
Recipe by Mamaguru at http://mamaguru.com/aloo-sabzi-south-indian-tomato-potato-soup/